Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)

Forest Ridge Dental Health & Wellness; Cameron Park (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Employer‑sponsored 401(k)

Paid holidays

Continuing education opportunities

No evenings or weekends

Job summary

Forest Ridge Dental Health & Wellness in Cameron Park, California is seeking an experienced Registered Dental Assistant who values meaningful relationships and a drama-free, collaborative team. This is more than a job—it's a long-term home for your skills in a family-owned, technology-forward practice.

You will support restorative, implant, crown, and hygiene procedures, take radiographs and intraoral photos, manage impressions, and help the team run efficient patient visits.

Qualifications

• Current California RDA license.
• CPR certification.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assisting during restorative, crown and bridge, oral surgery, implant, and hygiene procedures.
• Taking high-quality digital radiographs and intraoral photographs.
• Taking alginate and digital impressions.
• Digital scanning using an intraoral scanner.
• Fabricating quality temporary crowns.
• Preparing treatment rooms and maintaining OSHA and infection control standards.
• Sterilization and instrument management.
• Patient education and post-operative instructions.
• Assisting with clear aligner therapy.
• Maintaining accurate clinical records.
• Anticipating the doctor’s needs and helping appointments run efficiently.
• Working independently while collaborating with the clinical team.

Skills

Friendly demeanor

Team player

Professionalism

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Patient-centered care

Education

California RDA License

CPR Certification

Job description

Looking for More Than a Job? Join a Team That Feels Like Family.

At Forest Ridge Dental Health & Wellness, we’re not just looking for another employee—we’re looking for the right person to become part of our dental family.

If you’re an experienced Registered Dental Assistant who values meaningful relationships, takes pride in your work, and wants to be surrounded by people of great character who genuinely enjoy coming to work each day, we’d love to meet you.

About Us:

Forest Ridge Dental Health & Wellness is a family‑owned, comprehensive dental practice located in Cameron Park, California. Our philosophy is simple:

Small Town Values. Modern Approach.

We combine advanced technology and comprehensive dentistry with the warmth, kindness, and personal relationships that seem increasingly rare in healthcare today.

Our patients aren’t numbers—they’re neighbors, friends, and families we’ve cared for for years. The same goes for our team.

We have intentionally built a culture where:

• Team members support one another.
• Positivity is contagious.
• Accountability matters.
• Character matters.
• Drama has no place.
• Respect is non‑negotiable.
• Hard work is appreciated.
• Growth is encouraged.

We genuinely enjoy spending our days together and are looking for someone who wants to be part of a close‑knit team rather than simply collect a paycheck and move on to the next opportunity.

Why Our Team Loves Working Here:

• Family‑owned practice with accessible leadership.
• Modern, technology‑driven office featuring digital dentistry and intraoral scanning.
• Strong team culture built on trust, respect, and collaboration.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Health insurance benefits.
• Employer‑sponsored 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Continuing education opportunities.
• Consistent Monday–Thursday schedule with no evenings or weekends.
• Doctors who value your skills, encourage learning, and appreciate your contributions.
• A positive work environment where you’ll be supported, respected, and genuinely enjoy coming to work.

What We’re Looking For:

We are seeking an individual who embodies both clinical excellence and strong character.

Our ideal candidate has:

• A friendly and approachable demeanor that puts patients at ease.
• A strong work ethic and commitment to excellence.
• Team spirit and a collaborative approach to achieving shared goals.
• Emotional maturity and professionalism.
• A desire to contribute to a positive, drama‑free workplace.
• A long‑term mindset and desire to grow with a practice.
• Pride in delivering exceptional patient experiences.

Clinical Responsibilities:

• Assisting during restorative, crown and bridge, oral surgery, implant, and hygiene procedures.
• Taking high‑quality digital radiographs and intraoral photographs.
• Taking alginate and digital impressions.
• Digital scanning using an intraoral scanner.
• Fabricating quality temporary crowns.
• Preparing treatment rooms and maintaining OSHA and infection control standards.
• Sterilization and instrument management.
• Patient education and post‑operative instructions.
• Assisting with clear aligner therapy.
• Maintaining accurate clinical records.
• Anticipating the doctor’s needs and helping appointments run efficiently.
• Working independently while collaborating effectively with the clinical team.

Preferred but not required:

• Experience with implant dentistry.
• Experience with digital workflows and modern dental technology.
• Experience with sedation dentistry.
• Experience with comprehensive treatment planning.

Qualifications:

• Current California Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) License.
• Current CPR Certification.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Outstanding organizational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment.
• Commitment to patient‑centered care.
• Positive attitude and willingness to support the entire team.
• Desire to continue learning and growing professionally.

Is This You?

If you’re looking for a long‑term dental home where your skills are appreciated, your character is valued, and your teammates become friends, we’d love to meet you.

We’re searching for someone who wants to build a career—not just find another job. Someone who wants to contribute to something meaningful, grow professionally, and become an important part of our practice family for years to come.

Forest Ridge Dental Health & Wellness
Cameron Park, California