Dental Assistant

University of Minnesota School of Dentistry; Pleasanton (CA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee discount

On-the-job training

Paid sick time

Paid time off

Job summary

University of Minnesota School of Dentistry in Pleasanton is seeking an experienced RDA or Dental Assistant to support a high-energy practice with strong clinical excellence and patient rapport.

The role accommodates full- or part-time schedules with alternating Saturdays. Candidates should hold a California RDA license with X-ray certification and be comfortable with digital imaging; multilingual abilities are valued. In-person work with a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Active California RDA license with X-ray certification.
• Experience in fast-paced dental practice with high patient flow.
• Familiarity with digital imaging and iTero is a plus.
• Bilingual Spanish or Chinese preferred.
• Strong patient communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance across all phases of dentistry.
• Manage room turnover, maintain sterile environment (OSHA/HIPAA compliant).
• Perform coronal polishing, take impressions, fabricate models.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-operative care.

Skills

RDA license

X-ray certification

Digital X-rays

iTero familiarity

Spanish

Chinese

team player

high-volume environment

Education

California RDA license

X-ray certification

Tools

Digital imaging systems (Pano/CBCT)

iTero

Job description

oin Our Dynamic Team in Pleasanton: Experienced RDA/DA Wanted

Our established, high-energy practice is looking for a skilled Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or Dental Assistant who prides themselves on clinical excellence and patient connection. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your skills are utilized to the fullest, we want to meet you!

Schedule: Full-Time or Part-Time available. Alternating Saturdays are required.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Licensed Expert: Current California RDA license and X-ray certification.
• Fast-Paced Pro: Comfortable managing a high-volume patient flow with a calm, organized demeanor.
• Tech-Savvy: Knowledge of digital X-rays (Pano/CBCT) and iTero (a major plus!).
• Multilingual: Proficiency in Spanish or Chinese is highly valued.
• Team Player: A "can-do" attitude with a focus on seamless workflow and patient education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-level chairside assistance across all phases of dentistry.
• Manage efficient room turnover and maintain a clean, sterile environment (OSHA/HIPAA compliant).
• Perform coronal polishing, take impressions, and fabricate quality models.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-operative care with clarity and empathy.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Competitive Compensation: Pay is highly competitive and based on your experience.
• Stability: Join an established office with a loyal patient base and steady hours.
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a supportive team that values your contribution.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• On-the-job training
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person