Dental Assistant

Aspen Dental; Citrus Heights (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Job summary

Aspen Dental in Citrus Heights, CA is seeking a Registered Dental Assistant for a full-time, on-site role. You’ll join a world-class team with comprehensive training and a competitive hourly wage of $26–$28.50, plus benefits and career growth opportunities.

Responsibilities include assisting during treatment procedures, taking dental x-rays, setting up and breaking down operatory, sterilizing instruments, monitoring patient flow, educating patients on oral hygiene, and supporting charting.

Qualifications

• Active California RDA license is required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development
• Ability to work collaboratively with the dental team

Responsibilities

• Assist during a variety of treatment procedures
• Take dental x-rays
• Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment
• Execute patient handoffs and monitor patient flow
• Manage infection control – sterilize instruments and equipment
• Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies
• Complete denture relines and impressions
• Support patient charting for doctors

Skills

Effective communication

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

## Dental AssistantApply: Citrus Heights, California: Full time: Posted Today: R2026-012870At Aspen Dental, we put You First, offering the security and job stability that comes with working with a world-class dental service organization (DSO). Our best-in-class training program, competitive compensation, and flexible scheduling will help you thrive in your career. When you join our team as a **Registered Dental Assistant**, you will have the opportunity to give back to communities and positively affect patients’ lives. **Job Type:** Full Time**Salary:** $26 - $28.50 / hour **At Aspen Dental, We Put You First. We Offer:*** A generous benefits package that includes paid time off, health, dental, vision, and 401(k) savings plan with match* Career development and growth opportunities to support you at every stage of your career* A fun and supportive culture that encourages collaboration and innovation* Free Continuing Education (CE) through TAG U **How You’ll Make a Difference:**As a **Registered Dental Assistant**, you will help support the clinical needs of the practice’s patients and doctors. You will have the support and training you need to maximize your career potential and help make a difference in your community one smile at a time.* Assist during a variety of treatment procedures* Take dental x-rays* Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment* Execute patient handoffs and monitors patient flow within the practice* Manage infection control – prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment* Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain good oral health* Complete denture soft relines and manufacture temporary crowns* Perform quality impressions and bite registrations* Perform digital intraoral scans* Support patient charting for doctors* Perform various office tasks as necessary* Collaborate with practice team to ensure optimum patient satisfaction **Qualifications:*** Active license as Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) as required by the state of California* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients of all ages and backgrounds* Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development* Ability to work collaboratively with other members of the dental team to provide exceptional patient care* High school diploma or equivalent