Certified Dental Assistant

Happy Light Dental; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the dental field is seeking Certified Dental Assistants to join their flexible on-call talent pool. This role is perfect for professionals looking for part-time work or gaining experience in a supportive environment. Responsibilities include chairside assisting, sterilization of instruments, and patient documentation. The position offers flexible scheduling and priority consideration for future full-time roles. Join a friendly team dedicated to providing excellent patient care and enhancing your skills in a modern dental practice.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling

Priority consideration for full-time roles

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Must be a Certified Dental Assistant or RDA in California.
• Minimum 6 months of chairside experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist during general dentistry procedures as needed.
• Sterilize instruments and set up operatory.
• Support front desk and back office functions.

Skills

Chairside assisting

Sterilization of instruments

Taking digital x-rays

Charting and patient documentation

Bilingual (Spanish)

Education

Certified Dental Assistant (CDA)

Valid X-ray license

CPR certification

Job description

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This range is provided by Happy Light Dental. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$20.00/hr - $30.00/hr

Location: Hawthorne, CA

Job Type: On-Call / Temporary

Schedule: As Needed – Based on Patient Volume

Pay: Competitive hourly rate (based on experience)

About the Role

Location: Hawthorne, CA

Practice: Happy Light Dental

Job Type: On-Call / Temporary

Schedule: As Needed – Based on Patient Volume

Pay: Competitive hourly rate (based on experience)

Happy Light Dental is seeking Certified Dental Assistants to join our on-call talent pool. This flexible position is ideal for professionals seeking part-time, as-needed work or looking to gain experience in a friendly, modern dental environment.

You will be contacted when coverage is needed—such as when a regular assistant is out or patient flow increases. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience, develop your skills, and be considered for future full-time roles.

Responsibilities

• Chairside assisting during general dentistry procedures
• Sterilization of instruments and operatory setup/breakdown
• Taking digital x-rays
• Assisting with charting and patient documentation
• Supporting the front desk and back office as needed

Qualifications

• Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) or RDA in California
• Valid X-ray license
• CPR certification
• Friendly, reliable, and adaptable attitude
• Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus
• Minimum 6 months of chairside experience

Benefits of Joining Our Talent Pool

• Flexible scheduling – work when you're available
• Priority consideration for full-time roles
• Supportive and growing team environment
• Ideal for those between jobs, recent grads, or experienced assistants seeking extra hours

Application Process

• Submit your resume, availability, and certifications. We'll keep you in our talent pool and contact you when opportunities arise.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Temporary
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industries: Dental

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