Dental Assistant: Patient Care with Flexible Hours & 401k

United Health Centers of the San Joaquin Valley; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

401k with match

Educational assistance

Employee discounts

Job summary

United Health Centers of the San Joaquin Valley is hiring Dental Assistants and Registered Dental Assistants to join our health centers. We welcome experienced DAs and new graduates, with higher pay for RDAs and opportunities to grow within a supportive team.

As a DA/RDA, you will prepare instruments, assist during procedures, maintain patient flow, and ensure clear communication with dentists and staff. Bilingual skills preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED.
• Completed training program in Dental Assisting from an Accredited College is required
• X-Ray certificate is required
• Coronal Polish certificate is required.
• CPR Card is required
• Possess a valid Driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Provides prompt dental support; promotes a smooth patient flow; collects and records data accurately; maintains order of the back office, equipment and supplies.
• Helps ensure patients and families get the care they need when they need it.
• Communicates with supervisor and staff openly and consistently.
• Works flexible or extended hours where necessary.
• Participates in health center in-services and meetings with respect for others’ ideas.
• Adheres to Rules of Confidentiality.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Rapport building

Customer service

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Leadership

Office procedures

Email literacy

Intermediate computer

Flexibility

Dependability

Team player

Education

High School diploma or GED

Dental Assisting program

X-ray certificate

Coronal Polish certificate

CPR certification

Driver's license

Job description

United Health Centers of the San Joaquin Valley is hiring Dental Assistants and Registered Dental Assistants to join our health centers. We welcome experienced DAs and new graduates, with higher pay for RDAs and opportunities to grow within a supportive team.

As a DA/RDA, you will prepare instruments, assist during procedures, maintain patient flow, and ensure clear communication with dentists and staff. Bilingual skills preferred but not required.