Registered Dental Assistant I — Patient-Focused Chairside Support

Northeast Valley Health; Sun Valley (CA); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Valley Health Corporation in Sun Valley, CA, seeks a Registered Dental Assistant I to join our clinical team. This position supports dentists during treatments, prepares patients, handles instruments, and assists with infection control and sterilization.

The role also involves taking x-rays, managing supplies, and patient education. Requirements include an active California RDA license, a dental assisting diploma or GED, and at least 2 years of RDA experience.

Qualifications

• Registered Dental Assistant license issued by the Dental Board of California.
• Diploma in Dental Assisting OR High school graduate or GED equivalency.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Registered Dental Assistant.
• Maintain CPR certification and fluency in English and Spanish.
• Ability to work as part of a team and adapt to change.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentist during treatment procedures and prepare patients.
• Handle instruments and materials, maintain infection control.
• Clean and disinfect operatories and sterilize instruments.
• Take x-rays and educate patients on procedures.
• Maintain equipment and order materials/supplies.

Skills

English fluent

Spanish fluent

Team player

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Dental Assisting diploma or GED equivalency

California RDA license

Tools

Electronic dental records

Database systems

Job description

Northeast Valley Health Corporation in Sun Valley, CA, seeks a Registered Dental Assistant I to join our clinical team. This position supports dentists during treatments, prepares patients, handles instruments, and assists with infection control and sterilization.

The role also involves taking x-rays, managing supplies, and patient education. Requirements include an active California RDA license, a dental assisting diploma or GED, and at least 2 years of RDA experience.