Dental Assistant

Aava International Consulting; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Aava International Consulting is seeking a licensed Dental Assistant (RDA or DA) to join their supportive, unionized team in Fullerton, California. In this role, you will assist dentists, manage patient records, and provide excellent patient care in a collaborative environment. This full-time position comes with competitive pay, comprehensive union benefits, and consistent hours, ensuring job security and satisfaction.

Benefits

Union benefits including monthly medical allowances

Yearly rate increases

Holiday pay

Vacation time

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a dental assistant.
• Knowledge of California state regulations and OSHA standards.
• Willingness to work on Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Take and develop dental X-rays.
• Manage patient records, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Detail Oriented

Education

California Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license

Dental Assistant (DA) certification

X-ray certification (California Radiation Safety)

Current CPR/BLS certification

Infection control certification

Tools

Eaglesoft

Job description

Join Our Unionized Dental Team – Grow, Learn & Thrive in a Supportive Environment!

Are you a licensed and motivated RDA or DA looking for a workplace that truly values your contributions?

We’re proud to offer a unionized environment with excellent benefits, job security, and a positive, team-oriented culture. Our office is known for its peaceful, professional atmosphere where staff members support one another like family.

As part of our team, you’ll work alongside both general dentists and specialists, giving you the opportunity to expand your skills and learn every day. Whether you're looking to grow in your role or simply want to be part of a practice that respects and supports its team, this is the place for you.

Key Responsibilities:

· Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures.

· Take and develop dental X-rays.

· Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments.

· Manage patient records, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

· Ensure patient comfort and satisfaction during visits.

· Perform multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications:

· Minimum of 1 year of experience as a dental assistant.

· Active California Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license or Dental Assistant (DA) certification.

· X-ray certification required (California Radiation Safety).

· Current CPR/BLS certification.

· Infection control certification (per California state laws).

· Ability to follow California state regulations and OSHA standards.

· Knowledge of dental software, such as Eaglesoft.

· Strong communication skills, ability to multitask, and work well in a team.

· Positive attitude, motivated, and detail oriented.

· Willingness to work on Saturdays.

What We Offer:

· Competitive pay based on experience.

· Full-time position with consistent hours.

· Union benefits including monthly medical allowances, yearly rate increases, holiday pay, and vacation time.

· Supportive and collaborative work environment focused on quality patient care.

Location: On-site

If you're a motivated, experienced dental assistant looking for a long-term position in a practice that values quality patient care, we’d love to hear from you!