Dental Assistant / RDA

Bittner Family Dental Group; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

PTO

Health insurance

Employee discounts

Continuing education

Paid time off

Advancement opportunities

Professional development assistance

Family dental care discount

Referral programs

Job summary

Bittner Family Dental Group in San Jose, CA seeks a Dental Assistant or RDA (2+ years) to join a dynamic, supportive team. You will work Monday–Thursday, with patient-focused care and opportunities to grow with us.

The role includes modern tools like Dentrix, CEREC, and iTero, plus a collaborative environment and competitive pay. We value reliability and patient education, offering a professional yet friendly workplace.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of dental assisting experience.
• X-ray and infection control certification required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to commute to San Jose, CA 95129.

Responsibilities

• Warmly welcome and prepare patients for treatment.
• Assist the dentist chairside using 4-handed dentistry techniques.
• Set up and sterilize instruments and treatment rooms.
• Take impressions and perform lab-related tasks as needed.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-op care.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date patient records.
• Keep the clinical area clean, organized, and well-stocked.

Skills

Dental assisting

Communication skills

Reliability

Organization

Education

High school diploma

Dental assisting program

Tools

Dentrix

CEREC

iTero

Job description

Dental Assistant or RDA (2 year exper required; Full Time)

Are you passionate about helping people smile? Do you love making meaningful connections and being part of a supportive, high-energy team? At our San Jose dental practice, we prioritize not only top-notch patient care—but also a fun, positive, and rewarding workplace for our team.

We’re currently looking for a Dental Assistant or Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) who is friendly, reliable, and eager to grow with us. If you’re looking for a position where you’ll feel valued and inspired every day—you’ve found it.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Modern & Innovative: Work with advanced dental technology, including Cerec, iTero digital scanning, and airway health screening.
• Supportive Team Culture: We invest in our people with mentoring, continuing education, and a truly collaborative environment.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy long weekends every week—our schedule is Monday through Thursday.

Pay

• $27 - $32 per hour
• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Commission-Based Incentives: Benefit from incentives based on your contributions to procedures like impression taking, equipment setup, and patient education. We see patients from 8:00 - 5:00 Monday - Thursday and a few Saturdays a year.

Shift & Schedule

• Work Hours: Monday - Thursday
• Breaks: 60-minute meal break (not counted as work hours).
• Overtime: Overtime available during busy seasons and paid at 1.5x the regular hourly rate.

Requirements

• License & Certification: Registered dental assistant / Certified dental assistant, X-ray / Radiography Certification, Infection Control License
• Software Experience: Dentrix, CEREC, iTero
• Clinical Experience: Cosmetic Dentistry, Implant Dentistry, General Dentistry
• Years of Professional Experience: Experienced Dental assistant with 2+ years of practice
• Job Type: Full-time
• Experience: Dental assisting: 2 years (Required)
• Ability to Commute: San Jose, CA 95129 (Required)
• Certifications: CPR Certification, BLS Certification, X-ray / Radiography Certification, Local Anesthesia Certification, Nitrous Oxide Certification, Dental Assistant License, Registered Dental Assistant (RDA), Certified Dental Assistant (CDA), Certified Orthodontic Assistant (COA), Certified Preventive Functions Dental Assistant (CPFDA), Certified Restorative Functions Dental Assistant (CRFDA), Infection Control License, Expanded Functions Dental Assistant, Driver's license.

Key Responsibilities

• Warmly welcome and prepare patients for treatment
• Assist the dentist chairside using 4-handed dentistry techniques
• Set up and sterilize instruments and treatment rooms
• Take impressions and perform lab-related tasks as needed
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-op care
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date patient records
• Keep the clinical area clean, organized, and well-stocked

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 2 years of dental assisting experience
• X-ray and infection control certification required
• iTero and Cerec experience a plus
• Comfortable with dental instruments and technology
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Organized, detail-oriented, and dependable
• High school diploma required; dental assisting program graduation preferred
• Familiarity with Dentrix software a plus

Benefits

• 401(k) with matching
• 401(k)
• PTO
• Family dental care discount
• Continuing education & paid training
• Continuing education credits
• Employee discounts
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Referral and bonus programs
• Referral program
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Additional Bonus

• $90 (awarded to candidates hired through Jobley)

Facility Information

• Name: Bittner Family Dental Group
• Location: 890 Saratoga Ave, San Jose, California
• Type: Dental clinic
• Healthcare Services: Dental office

Opening Hours

• Monday: 8:00AM–6:00PM
• Tuesday: 8:00AM–6:00PM
• Wednesday: 8:00AM–6:00PM
• Thursday: 8:00AM–6:00PM
• Friday: Closed
• Saturday: Closed
• Sunday: Closed

Certifications

• CPR Certification
• BLS Certification
• X-ray / Radiography Certification
• Local Anesthesia Certification
• Nitrous Oxide Certification
• Dental Assistant License
• Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)
• Certified Dental Assistant (CDA)
• Certified Orthodontic Assistant (COA)
• Certified Preventive Functions Dental Assistant (CPFDA)
• Certified Restorative Functions Dental Assistant (CRFDA)
• Infection Control License
• Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
• Driver's license