Full-Time Dental Assistant - La Mesa

We are looking for a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) to join our patient-centered dental practice! We are a small, boutique-style office that prides itself on providing high-quality care in a warm and welcoming environment. If you enjoy working closely with patients, value teamwork, and take pride in excellent dentistry, we’d love to meet you.

Position: Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)

Location: La Mesa, CA

Schedule: Full-Time - Four 9-hour days

Monday 7:30a-5:30p
Tuesday 6:30a-4:30p
Wednesday 8:30a-6:30p
Thursday 7:30a-5:30p

Compensation & Benefits:

• $20-26 per hour (based on experience)
• Medical stipend
• Dental care
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Holiday pay
• Sick leave
• 401(k) with employer match
• Profit sharing

Responsibilities:

• Assist the doctor during a variety of dental procedures
• Prepare treatment rooms and maintain a clean, organized workspace
• Take digital radiographs and intraoral photos
• Sterilize instruments and follow infection control protocols
• Assist with digital impressions, temporaries, and other clinical procedures
• Provide excellent patient care and help patients feel comfortable
• Support the clinical team to keep the day running smoothly

Qualifications:

• Current California Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license
• Current CPR certification
• Strong attention to detail and organization
• Friendly, positive attitude with great communication skills
• Ability to work well as part of a team
• Experience with digital dentistry, CEREC, and/or iTero scanning is a plus

What We Offer:

• Supportive, team-oriented work environment
• A practice that prioritizes quality dentistry and patient relationships
• Competitive pay based on experience and licensure
• Opportunity to grow with our practice

If you’re looking for a dental office where you can truly be part of a team and take pride in the care you provide, we’d love to hear from you!

• To apply: Please send your resume and a brief introduction about yourself.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Retirement plan
• Uniform allowance

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• X-Ray Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person