Registered Dental Assistant

Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) - Bilingual Spanish Required

Make a difference every day while helping provide quality dental care to underserved communities.

Join a mission-driven community health organization serving patients throughout South Central Los Angeles. We're seeking experienced, compassionate, and bilingual Registered Dental Assistants who are passionate about improving access to care while working alongside a collaborative dental team dedicated to serving the community.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

Opportunity to serve underserved and diverse patient populations

Join a supportive, team-oriented dental department

Long-term Contract-to-Hire opportunity with potential for continued growth

Work alongside experienced dentists, supervisors, and clinical leadership

Gain experience in a community health/FQHC environment

Variety in your day while supporting multiple nearby clinic locations

Mission-driven culture focused on quality patient care and teamwork

JOB DESCRIPTION

This is a Registered Dental Assistant role supporting dental clinic operations throughout South Central Los Angeles. The RDA will assist dentists during procedures, take X-rays, room patients, maintain accurate documentation, sterilize equipment, and help ensure efficient patient flow throughout the clinic.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare treatment rooms and ensure equipment is ready for patient care

Room patients and assist with patient intake and preparation

Take and process dental X-rays

Assist dentists during procedures by providing instruments and support

Maintain accurate charting and patient documentation

Sterilize instruments and maintain infection control standards

Schedule patient appointments and assist with administrative duties as needed

Support efficient clinic flow and positive patient experiences

Provide compassionate care to patients of all ages

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

Active California Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) certification required

Bilingual Spanish/English required

Current BLS/CPR certification required

RDA diploma and transcripts available for verification

Experience taking dental X-rays

Strong knowledge of sterilization and infection control procedures

Ability to float between clinic locations as needed

Flexible and dependable with strong attendance

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Fast-paced community dental clinics serving underserved populations throughout South Central Los Angeles. You'll work closely with dentists, dental leadership, and support staff in a collaborative, mission-driven environment focused on expanding access to quality dental care.

SCHEDULE

Full-Time

Monday-Saturday

Required to work approximately 2 Saturdays per month

Additional Saturdays may be needed based on staffing requirements

One floating weekday off each week

Must be available between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM

Typical schedule is approximately 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

FLOAT LOCATIONS

Primary Location: 4425 S Central Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90011

Must be willing to support nearby clinic locations including:

Jefferson

Huntington Park

Montebello

Employees typically work at one clinic location per day but must remain flexible to support all sites as needed.

JOB TYPE & LOCATION

Contract-to-Hire

Fully Onsite | Los Angeles, CA

APPLY TODAY

If you're a bilingual Registered Dental Assistant looking to make a meaningful impact in the community while joining a supportive, mission-driven organization, we encourage you to apply.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Los Angeles, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Los Angeles, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Los Angeles,CA.

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