RDA Dental Assistant + Front Desk Cross-Train (Nonprofit)

Indian-Health-Center-of-Santa-Clara-Valley; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Indian Health Center of Santa Clara Valley in San Jose, CA is seeking a Registered Dental Assistant to support the Dental Director and staff dentists, performing chairside assistance and contributing to daily clinic operations.

The role requires an X-ray license, possible coronal polishing certification, and at least one year of dental assisting experience; familiarity with OSHA and infection control is essential. This is a full-time, non-exempt position.

Qualifications

• X-ray license required; coronal polishing cert preferred or to be pursued.
• At least one year internship in dental assisting and one year of practical experience.
• Knowledge of OSHA infection control and safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentist during procedures.
• Sterilize and prepare operatories; maintain dental equipment.
• Coordinate dental dept operations and clinic flow; support front desk as needed.
• Inventory and order materials and supplies with approval.
• Adhere to policies and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

X-ray license

Coronal polishing

Customer service

Team collaboration

Administrative skills

Education

Dental assisting education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Indian Health Center of Santa Clara Valley in San Jose, CA is seeking a Registered Dental Assistant to support the Dental Director and staff dentists, performing chairside assistance and contributing to daily clinic operations.

The role requires an X-ray license, possible coronal polishing certification, and at least one year of dental assisting experience; familiarity with OSHA and infection control is essential. This is a full-time, non-exempt position.