Dental Assistant (DA & RDA)

Gold Coast Dental; Artesia (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement plan

Training and professional development

Supportive leadership

Job summary

Gold Coast Dental is seeking a Dental Assistant who is eager to join a privately owned dental practice in Artesia, CA. This full-time role offers the chance to learn our systems, grow with the practice, and build lasting relationships with patients and coworkers.

You will prepare rooms, assist the dentist, take X-rays where permitted, and ensure infection control. We welcome applicants from all experience levels who are friendly, organized, and team-oriented.

Qualifications

• Friendly and dependable
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Comfortable working in a team environment
• Excited to grow professionally as the practice expands
• Committed to delivering excellent patient care every day

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms before each appointment
• Welcome patients and help them feel comfortable throughout their visit
• Assist the dentist during a variety of procedures
• Sterilize instruments and maintain infection control standards
• Take digital X-rays (as permitted by certification)
• Keep operatories organized, stocked, and ready for patient care
• Educate patients on post-operative instructions and oral hygiene
• Support the team in creating an exceptional patient experience

Skills

Friendly demeanor

Organized

Team player

Growth mindset

Patient care

Job description

Looking for more than just your next job? We're hiring a Dental Assistant who wants to become part of a long-term team in a modern, privately owned dental practice. Whether you're just beginning your career or have years of experience, we're looking for someone who enjoys helping patients, values teamwork, and wants to grow with a practice that's just getting started. Unlike busy offices where you're expected to "hit the ground running," our new practice offers the opportunity to learn our systems, build confidence, and develop lasting relationships with both patients and coworkers.

What You'll Do

• Prepare treatment rooms before each appointment
• Welcome patients and help them feel comfortable throughout their visit
• Assist the dentist during a variety of procedures
• Sterilize instruments and maintain infection control standards
• Take digital X-rays (as permitted by certification)
• Keep operatories organized, stocked, and ready for patient care
• Educate patients on post-operative instructions and oral hygiene
• Support the team in creating an exceptional patient experience

Who We're Looking For

• Friendly and dependable
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Comfortable working in a team environment
• Excited to grow professionally as the practice expands
• Committed to delivering excellent patient care every day

What We Offer

• Full-time position
• Competitive hourly pay: $20–$25 per hour, based on experience
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Retirement plan
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• Supportive leadership invested in your long-term success

Why Join Us?

We're a family-owned dental organization that believes great practices are built by great people. Our offices are designed for long-term growth—not high-pressure volume—and we value team members who want a stable workplace where they can develop their skills and build a lasting career. If you're searching for a practice where you'll be appreciated, supported, and given room to grow, we'd love to meet you.