Dental Assistant / Registered Dental Assistant

Empower Dental Group•Burbank, CA

About The Position

Empower Dental Group is seeking a skilled and compassionate Dental Assistant (DA) or Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) to support clinical care and provide a positive, comfortable patient experience. The role involves assisting dentists during procedures, supporting clinical operations, and, depending on licensure, performing expanded duties within the legal scope of practice. Team members must comply with the California Dental Practice Act, OSHA standards, HIPAA regulations, and internal policies. Duties are performed within the individual’s licensed scope of practice under the supervision of a licensed dentist as required by California law. Additional similar or related duties may be assigned by management. This is a full-time position scheduled Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9–6. Compensation is $22.00–$30.00 per hour. The employer is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

Current California DA or RDA license.
At least 3 years of dental assisting experience.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR certification.
Strong knowledge of dental procedures, terminology, and chairside assisting techniques.
Excellent communication, teamwork, and patient service skills.
Proficiency in dental software and electronic charting systems.
Commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality dental care.

Responsibilities

Welcome patients to the treatment area and ensure their comfort throughout procedures.
Review treatment plans and answer patient questions about procedures and aftercare.
Take and accurately record vital signs, medical histories, and dental charting.
Assist the dentist during examinations, surgeries, and restorative procedures.
Prepare and organize instruments, materials, and equipment.
For RDAEFs, perform extended functions permitted under California law, including placing, contouring, finishing, and polishing restorations; taking final impressions for crowns, bridges, and removable prosthetics; cementing crowns, inlays, onlays, and fixed bridges; coronal polishing and sealant application; and adjusting temporary restorations and dentures as directed.
Maintain compliance with infection control, sterilization, and safety protocols.
Support front office tasks such as scheduling, charting, and patient follow-up as needed.
Comply with the California Dental Practice Act, OSHA standards, HIPAA regulations, and internal policies and procedures.
Perform other similar or related duties assigned by management.