Experienced Dental Assistant DA/RDA

Griffith Family Dental; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Dental benefits

Sick leave / PTO

CE tuition support

IRA retirement plan

Scrubs allowance

On-the-job training

Holiday pay

Job summary

Griffith Family Dental in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking a motivated Dental Assistant with training provided. No prior experience required; training is provided for the right candidate.

This position offers flexibility with part-time or full-time hours and a friendly, patient-centered team. You will assist the dentist, take notes, prepare instruments, follow infection control, take X-rays, and support excellent patient care.

Qualifications

• Infection control certificate required.
• X-ray safety certificate required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during procedures.
• Take accurate clinical notes and maintain patient records.
• Prepare and sterilize instruments and operatories.
• Follow proper infection control protocols.
• Take dental X-rays.
• Provide excellent patient care and communication.
• Help open and close the clinical side.

Skills

Strong communication

Good note-taking

Team-oriented

Positive attitude

Education

Infection Control Certificate

X-Ray Safety Certificate

Job description

Dental Assistant – No prior experience welcome to apply

Griffith Family Dental is a patient-centered dental practice and dedicated to providing high-quality comprehensive care in a welcoming and supportive environment. We pride ourselves on building lasting relationships with our patients and creating a positive, collaborative workplace for our team. We value professionalism, compassion, teamwork, and continued learning. We are looking for a motivated and dependable Dental Assistant to join our growing team! We offer a collaborative, supportive work environment where team members are valued and encouraged to grow professionally. Training is provided for the right candidate. If you are looking for an internship, you are welcome to apply too. Pay rate:$35/hr - $40/hrWork Hours:Monday to Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm and Friday 8:30am - 3:30pm.Employment: Part‑Time / Full‑Time

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during procedures
• Take accurate clinical notes and maintain patient records
• Prepare and sterilize instruments and operatories
• Follow proper infection control protocols
• Take dental X-rays
• Provide excellent patient care and communication
• Help open and close the clinical side.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Good note-taking and organizational skills
• Infection Control Certificate required
• X-Ray Safety Certificate required
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Team-oriented and dependable

Benefits

• Flexible part-time or full-time opportunities
• Dental benefits
• Sick leave / PTO
• Continuing Education (CE) tuition support
• IRA - retirement plan
• Annual scrubs allowance
• Collaborative and friendly work environment
• On-the-job training provided
• Holiday Pay (Full time)

Location

In person