Dynamic RDA/Dental Assistant - Fast-Paced, Patient-Focused

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

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.