Dental Assistant: Patient-Focused, Full-Time Role

Aava International; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union benefits including monthly med,

Full-time position with consistent hrs

Supportive and collaborative work env

Job summary

Aava International is seeking a motivated dental assistant to join our PPO practice on-site in California. The role supports dentists across multiple procedures, takes X-rays, preps rooms, and helps with patient records while ensuring comfort and safety.

The ideal candidate has at least one year of experience, CA RDA/DA certification, CA X-ray certification, CPR/BLS, and infection control credentials, with strong communication and teamwork; Saturday shifts are a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a dental assistant.
• Active California RDA license or DA certification.
• X-ray certification required (California Radiation Safety).
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Infection control certification per California state laws and OSHA standards.
• Knowledge of dental software such as Eaglesoft.
• Strong communication skills, multitasking ability, and teamwork.
• Willingness to work on Saturdays.

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.

Skills

Dental experience

Communication skills

Multitasking

Team player

Patient care

Education

RDA license or DA certification (CA)

X-ray certification (CA)

CPR/BLS certification

Infection control certification (CA)

Tools

Eaglesoft

Job description

Aava International is seeking a motivated dental assistant to join our PPO practice on-site in California. The role supports dentists across multiple procedures, takes X-rays, preps rooms, and helps with patient records while ensuring comfort and safety.

The ideal candidate has at least one year of experience, CA RDA/DA certification, CA X-ray certification, CPR/BLS, and infection control credentials, with strong communication and teamwork; Saturday shifts are a plus.