Dental Assistant / Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)

Job overview

The Dental Assistant / Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) is an onsite role in Marina, CA. Compensation is $23–$30 per hour. The role supports CaliDental dentists in delivering patient care. The assistant prepares patients and treatment rooms, supports chairside procedures, and helps patients understand oral hygiene and post-operative care. Clinical preparation, accurate records, and appointment and payment support contribute to efficient patient visits.

What you'll do

• Prepare patients and treatment rooms
• set up and sterilize instruments
• assist dentists using four-handed dentistry
• provide oral hygiene and post-operative instructions
• maintain cleanliness and inventory
• schedule appointments and update patient records
• and assist with payment procedures. Meet state requirements for dental assistant duties and hold or obtain applicable certifications, including BLS/CPR and radiography, as required.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

dental assistant

registered dental assistant

calidental

marina ca

onsite

$23–$30/hour

dental care

chairside assistance

four-handed dentistry

instrument sterilization

patient records

bls/cpr

monthly bonus

weekend hours may be required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Six paid federal holidays
• five paid sick days
• 401(k) matching after one year
• health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance
• monthly bonuses

Why this role

Previous dental assisting experience is preferred but not required; bilingual Spanish is preferred; some evening or weekend hours may be required; monthly bonuses are included.

About the employer

CaliDental is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Dentists. Sector: 62.