Travel Dental Assistant - $1,200 per week

Lux Travel Nurse is seeking a travel Dental Assistant for a travel job in Grand Terrace, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Dental Assistant
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) Position Summary

This role is primarily responsible for chairside dental assisting , supporting the dentist during procedures, ensuring patient comfort, maintaining efficient patient flow, and helping deliver high-quality dental care. The position also involves sterilization, radiography, recordkeeping, laboratory coordination, and assisting with clinical procedures within the scope of an RDA license.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance to the dentist during patient treatment.
• Ensure patient comfort and support throughout appointments.
• Maintain patient records and confidentiality.
• Coordinate appointments and laboratory case schedules.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain sterilization logs.
• Maintain dental equipment and operatory cleanliness.
• Take, process, mount, and file dental radiographs.
• Perform duties permitted under RDA scope, including:
  • Vital signs (blood pressure, heart rate)
  • Drying root canals
  • Pulp vitality testing
  • Coronal polishing (with required certification)
  • Taking impressions and pouring/trimming models
  • Applying topical agents and fluoride
  • Assisting with nitrous oxide administration
  • Removing sutures and rubber dams
  • Fabricating temporary crowns and sizing stainless steel crowns
• Provide receptionist coverage when needed.
• Work evenings and weekends as required.
• Perform other assigned duties.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited RDA training/certification program.
• Must have passed the California Dental Board radiation examination.

Experience

• Preferred: 1+ year of clinical dental assisting experience.
• Exceptional new graduates may be considered.

Skills

• Digital radiography experience.
• Electronic dental records proficiency.
• Knowledge of infection control and sterilization procedures.
• Strong patient service and communication skills.
• Microsoft Office proficiency.

Licenses/Certifications

• Valid California Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license.
• CPR certification required by hire date.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work with patients of all ages.
• Cultural sensitivity and ability to work with Native American/Indian communities.
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, and walk for extended periods.

Employer Notes

• Indian preference applies in accordance with applicable federal laws.
• Drug-free and alcohol-free workplace; drug testing may be required.

Ideal Candidate Profile

A strong candidate will have an active California RDA license, radiology certification, solid chairside assisting skills, experience with digital X-rays and dental software, excellent patient care abilities, and a commitment to infection control and teamwork.

About Lux Travel Nurse

Born from hands-on experience, Lux Nursing's team of veteran nurses and travel professionals stands ready to guide you. With over half a century of combined expertise, we've walked in your shoes. Now, we're here to illuminate your path, matching your passion with purpose. Let our hard-won wisdom fuel your journey to the perfect placement. And let our commitment to underserved communities give your hard work unique purpose.

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Weekly pay
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• 401k retirement plan
• Employee assistance programs
• Life insurance