Dental Assistant (with RDA)

Smile Brands•San Jose, CA

About The Position

Bright Now! Dental is seeking a Dental Assistant to work closely with a dentist. The position supports patient care and clinic operations, including preparing treatment rooms, assisting during procedures, taking X-rays, providing patient education, maintaining records, and managing supplies. The role also may include front-office tasks such as scheduling appointments and processing payments. The schedule is Monday through Friday. Compensation is $28–$30 per hour. Smile Brands describes its workplace as one that encourages personal and professional growth and aims to make employees feel safe, supported, welcomed, and seen. The company’s patient-care values are Greeting, Guiding, and Gratitude. Benefits depend on employment status and hours worked.

Requirements

CPR or BLS certification.
X-ray license.

Responsibilities

Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize dental instruments.
Assist the dentist during procedures by handing instruments and ensuring patient comfort.
Take and develop X-rays as needed.
Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and post-procedure care.
Maintain accurate patient records and update charts.
Manage inventory and order dental supplies as required.
Ensure compliance with infection control protocols and safety regulations.
Assist with front-office tasks, such as scheduling appointments and processing payments, if needed.
Provide patients with the company's core values of Greeting, Guiding, and Gratitude.