Registered Dental Assistant - RDA

Smile Works Dentistry & Orthodontics - Lake Forest; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Jobly Bonus $45

Job summary

Smile Works Dentistry & Orthodontics - Lake Forest is seeking a dedicated Part‑Time Dental Assistant to join our team in Lake Forest, CA. You will greet patients, prepare rooms, and assist the dentist during exams and procedures, including X-ray exposure and impressions.

Role requires CPR, a Coronal Polishing Certificate, and a radiation safety course, with OSHA compliance and strong organizational skills. Bilingual Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• CPR certification required and radiology safety course completed.
• At least 6 months of experience as a dental assistant.
• Current Coronal Polishing Certificate and proof of radiation safety course.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and escort to treatment rooms.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments and tray setups for procedures.
• Assist the dentist during examinations and treatment procedures.
• Expose and mount dental diagnostic X-rays.
• Make preliminary impressions and fabricate temporary crowns and custom trays.
• Pour, trim and polish study casts and clean removable appliances.
• Educate patients on oral care and provide postoperative instructions.
• Maintain patient records and ensure OSHA and Dental Board compliance.

Skills

CPR

OSHA knowledge

Dental procedures

Verbal communication

Patient care

Tools

Coronal Polishing Certificate

Radiation safety course

BLS Certification

Job description

Part‑time Dental Assistant position in Lake Forest earning up to $26/hr with employee discounts.

Key Responsibilities and Growth Opportunities

Join our dynamic team at Smile Works Dentistry and Orthodontics as a Part‑Time Dental Assistant. In this role, you will play an essential part in patient care by preparing treatment rooms, assisting the dentist during procedures, and taking diagnostic X-rays. You will gain hands‑on experience with preliminary impressions, fabricating temporary restorations, and maintaining clinical compliance under OSHA and Dental Board guidelines.

Supportive Work Environment and Benefits

We value dedicated professionals who are passionate about delivering top‑quality dental services. This position offers a competitive compensation range of $23–26/hr based on experience, alongside a valuable employee discount benefit. If you are a team player with strong organizational skills and a commitment to patient care, we encourage you to apply.

Pay

• $23 - $26 per hour

Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.

Shift & Schedule

Expected hours are 24.0 per week for this part‑time position.

Requirements

• License & Certification: Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
• Experience: At least 6 months of experience as a dental assistant is required.
• Certifications: Must hold a current Coronal Polishing Certificate and proof of completing a radiation safety course.
• Technical Skills & Knowledge: Must have knowledge of OSHA and safety compliance, working knowledge of dental equipment, and the ability to make temporary crowns.
• Professional Traits: Quick learner with an enthusiastic and positive attitude, excellent organizational skills, advanced verbal communication skills, and a professional demeanor.

Preferences

Bilingual capabilities with fluency in spoken Spanish are preferred.

Job Description

Overview: Smile Works Dentistry and Orthodontics is seeking a dedicated Part‑Time Dental Assistant to join our team in Lake Forest, CA.

• Greeting patients warmly and escorting them to treatment rooms.
• Preparing treatment rooms, instruments, and tray setups for dental procedures.
• Assisting the dentist during examinations and treatment procedures.
• Exposing and mounting dental diagnostic X-rays.
• Making preliminary impressions and fabricating temporary crowns and custom impression trays.
• Pouring, trimming, and polishing study casts, as well as cleaning and polishing removable appliances.
• Educating patients on oral care and providing postoperative instructions as prescribed by the dentist.
• Maintaining patient records and ensuring strict adherence to OSHA and Dental Board policies.
• Working proactively to maintain high patient satisfaction and supporting general office procedures as needed.

Benefits

• Employee discount

Jobly Bonus

• $45 (awarded to candidates hired through Jobly)

Hiring Process

The hiring process includes application through the applicant's preferred channels, scheduling interviews, and extending job offers. The average time from application to job offer is about one week to one month.

Facility Information

• Name: Smile Works Dentistry & Orthodontics - Lake Forest
• Location: 20672 Lake Forest Dr. uNit C , Lake Forest, California
• Type: Dental clinic
• Healthcare Services: Dental office CPR Certification BLS Certification X-ray / Radiography Certification Local Anesthesia Certification Nitrous Oxide Certification Dental Assistant License Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) Certified Orthodontic Assistant (COA) Certified Preventive Functions Dental Assistant (CPFDA) Certified Restorative Functions Dental Assistant (CRFDA) Infection Control License Expanded Functions Dental Assistant Driver's license