RDA I: Community‑Focused Dental Assistant Career

Lifelong Medical Care; Emeryville, Berkeley (CA, CA); On-site; USD 33,269 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Generous leave benefits including paid holidays

403(b) retirement savings plan

Job summary

Lifelong Medical Care is seeking a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA I) for its facility in Pinole, California. The role involves assisting dentists in various dental procedures, managing patient behavior during treatment, and performing duties as per the California Dental Practice Act. Candidates should have strong organizational skills, flexibility, and a current RDA license.

We offer a competitive hourly wage of $24.15 - $28.00, great benefits including medical and dental coverage, and opportunities for growth within our community healthcare team.

Qualifications

• Ability to fulfill all Dental Assistant duties permitted by the State of California Dental Practice Act.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an approved organization.
• Completion of a Dental Assisting training program and maintenance of proper hand hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Assists dentist chairside in all phases of dentistry.
• Operates dental radiographic equipment to take diagnostic quality x-rays.
• Documents treatment and patient information in dental software programs.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Flexibility to adapt to change

Strong communication skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Current Registered Dental Assistant license

Tools

Microsoft Office applications

Dentrix software system

Job description

Lifelong Medical Care is seeking a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA I) for its facility in Pinole, California. The role involves assisting dentists in various dental procedures, managing patient behavior during treatment, and performing duties as per the California Dental Practice Act. Candidates should have strong organizational skills, flexibility, and a current RDA license.

We offer a competitive hourly wage of $24.15 - $28.00, great benefits including medical and dental coverage, and opportunities for growth within our community healthcare team.