Dental Assistant / Registered Dental Assistant
About The Position
The Dental Assistant or Registered Dental Assistant (DA/RDA) supports a dental team in delivering high-quality clinical care and a positive, comfortable patient experience. The role involves assisting the dentist during procedures, supporting clinical operations, and performing expanded duties when authorized by licensure and California law. Duties are performed within the employee’s licensed scope of practice under the supervision of a licensed dentist, with compliance required with the California Dental Practice Act, OSHA standards, HIPAA regulations, and internal policies and procedures. Additional similar or related responsibilities may be assigned by management. The position is full-time, scheduled Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The employer is a Dental Support Organization with seven practices across Southern California.
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.
- Accurately take and record vital signs, medical histories, and dental charting.
- Assist the dentist during examinations, surgeries, and restorative procedures.
- Prepare and organize instruments, materials, and equipment.
- Maintain compliance with infection control, sterilization, and safety protocols.
- Support front office tasks such as scheduling, charting, and patient follow-up as needed.
- For RDAEF candidates, 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.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
