Dental Assistant

St. Vincent De Paul Village•San Diego, CA

8d•$30 - $39•Onsite

About The Position

At Father Joe’s Villages, our Medical and Dental teams provide compassionate, high-quality care to individuals and families experiencing homelessness and housing instability. Through integrated healthcare services, we help remove barriers to wellness while supporting dignity, stability, and long-term health outcomes for the communities we serve. Our Dental team is committed to delivering patient-centered oral healthcare in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. We believe access to quality dental care is an essential part of whole-person health. As a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA), you will play an essential role in delivering high-quality dental care and ensuring patients feel welcomed, supported, and well cared for throughout their visit. Working closely with the Dentist and Dental Hygienist, you will provide advanced chairside assistance, perform expanded duties within your scope of licensure, and support efficient, safe, and positive clinical operations. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on clinical work, thrives in a fast-paced healthcare environment, and is passionate about expanding access to dental care in the community. The ideal candidate is compassionate, detail-oriented, highly organized, and committed to excellence in patient care and safety.

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required
Current Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) certification required
Minimum one (1) year of experience as a Dental Assistant or Registered Dental Assistant in a clinical setting required
Current X-ray Certification required
Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification required

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with electronic dental records (EHR) preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for patient care and dental procedures.
Provide advanced chairside assistance to the Dentist and Dental Hygienist during a variety of treatments and procedures.
Take and process dental x-rays in accordance with safety standards and regulatory requirements.
Maintain accurate patient records, treatment documentation, and electronic dental charts in compliance with HIPAA standards.
Educate patients on oral hygiene, preventive care, and post-treatment instructions.
Perform expanded functions within RDA scope of practice, which may include impressions, placement and removal of materials, fluoride application, restorative support, and related clinical duties as permitted.
Sterilize and disinfect instruments and maintain clean, safe treatment areas in compliance with ADA, OSHA, and CDC guidelines.
Support clinic operations by monitoring supplies, maintaining equipment, completing required trainings, and contributing to overall workflow efficiency.