Dental Assistant/RDA

Dental Assistant / Registered Dental Assistant

Employment Type: Full-Time Monday through Thursday, Friday as needed

Job Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and professional Dental Assistant or Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) to join our growing dental team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for patient care, excellent customer service skills, and a desire to contribute to the smooth operation of our dental practice. A current X-ray certification is preferred but not required. Our office is in Sunnyvale.

Key Responsibilities:

- Assist the dentist during dental procedures, including preparing and organizing tools, ensuring patient comfort, and taking detailed notes.
- Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment following established protocols.
- Take dental X-rays with X-ray certification.
- Perform RDA basic dental procedures such as taking an alginate impression, making night gaud, making temporary crown, and polishing teeth under the supervision of the dentist.
- Provide exceptional customer service by communicating with patients before, during, and after treatments to ensure a positive experience.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
- Educate patients on oral hygiene, post-operative care, and overall dental health.
- Uphold a clean and organized work environment, ensuring that all safety and sanitation protocols are followed.
- Stay up-to-date with new dental technologies and procedures through continuous learning.
- Help with ordering supplies.
- Manage the work flow for the daily operations.

Qualifications:

- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum 1-2 years of experience in a dental or healthcare setting, with a strong emphasis on customer service.
- X-ray certification (preferred, but not required).
- Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) certification (if applicable).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment and maintain a high level of professionalism.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Compassionate, patient-focused approach to care.

What We Offer:

- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications $26.00-$35.00.

- Dental insurance, medical insurance, paid holiday and paid personal time off.

- Training and coaching to excel with your performance.

- Opportunities for growth and professional development.

- A supportive and collaborative team environment.

If you are a motivated Dental Assistant / Registered Dental Assistant with a passion for delivering outstanding patient care, we encourage you to apply and become a valuable member of our dental team.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.00 - $36.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 32 per week

Benefits:
Dental insurance
Free parking
Health insurance
Paid sick time
Paid time off

Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
On call
Overtime

Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:
Customer service: 1 year (Required)
Organizational skills: 1 year (Preferred)
Dental Assisting: 1-2 years of experience (Required)

Ability to Commute:
Sunnyvale, CA 94087 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Dear Professionals,
For our office, on your first working day, you will either be paid a check/1099 at the end of your shift or added to the office payroll/W2. After completing one day of working at our office, your future payments will be W2/bi-monthly payroll. All hired will need to complete and furnish the required documents for tax compliance (SSN/ITIN) and work authorization (US passport, green card, work permit). If we are the first office to book the professional, you will do phone call or online interview prior to working at our office as temporary or permanent employment.
Thank you!

About Us
Serving the Sunnyvale Area for over 75 years, Griffith Family Dental is among the most established, most experienced dental practices in the SF Bay Area. We are able to accommodate and treat even some of the most complex cases in either our ambulatory surgical center or at El Camino Hospital, where Dr. Amy and Dr. Paul have admission privileges.

Dr. Paul Griffith, the 3rd generation Griffith Sunnyvale dentist and was born and raised locally. His two daughters followed the family path and share their passion of providing quality dental care.

Dr. Amy is the 4th generation Griffith Sunnyvale dentist and has particular expertise in cosmetic and emergency treatment. For 30+ years, Dr. Paul has gone to numerous seminars, now along with Dr. Amy, and consults with different specialists to develop unique ways to treat those with fears, anxiety, highly complex needs, and special needs. Their goal is to gather a group of doctors who share the same passion and interests to take on challenges, better their skills, and help more patients.

In 2013, we had the pleasure of welcoming Dr. Shuba Anantha to our office. Dr. Shuba practiced in Chicago for 10 years before moving to the Bay Area. Her breadth of expertise, calm nature, and creative problem-solving have made her an incredible provider to our patients.

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