Registered Dental Assistant / Extended Function (RDA / RDAEF)

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Chino, CA

Employment Type: Part-Time (24 hours) / Full Time - (40 hours)

Experience Required: 0–2 years of clinical experience

Language Requirement: Bilingual in Spanish, Mandarin Chinese or another language

License Required: Active CA Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or Extended Function (RDAEF) license

Position Overview

We are seeking a reliable, skilled, and patient-focused Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)/ Extended Function (RDAEF) to join our clinical team. The ideal candidate is licensed, detail-oriented, and committed to providing high-quality patient care while supporting the dentist during a wide range of procedures.

This role plays a key part in maintaining efficient clinical flow, ensuring patient comfort, and upholding the highest standards of infection control.

Essential Job Functions

Clinical & Patient Care Duties

• Prepare treatment rooms by following prescribed procedures and clinical protocols.

• Welcome, seat, comfort, and drape patients for dental treatment.

• Record accurate medical and dental histories and vital signs.

• Assist the dentist during examinations and treatment procedures.

• Provide instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments; positioning instruments for access; suctioning; and passing instruments.

• Prepare dental materials by selecting, mixing, and placing materials on instruments and in the patient’s mouth as directed.

• Expose and process diagnostic-quality dental radiographs.

• Pour, trim, and polish study casts.

• Fabricate temporary restorations and clean and polish removable appliances within RDA scope.

• Educate patients on oral hygiene, plaque control, and post-operative care as prescribed by the dentist.

• Document dental care services accurately in patient records.

Safety, Infection Control & Compliance

• Maintain a safe and clean working environment in compliance with office policies, Cal/OSHA, CDC, and infection-control guidelines.

• Protect patient confidentiality and maintain HIPAA compliance.

• Assist with dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification and familiarity with emergency drugs, oxygen, and emergency protocols.

Equipment, Supplies & Office Support

• Ensure proper operation of dental equipment through routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and coordination of repairs.

• Maintain dental supply inventory by monitoring stock levels, ordering supplies, and verifying receipt.

• Conserve dental resources through efficient and appropriate use of equipment and supplies.

• Answer patient and staff questions and provide information as appropriate.

• Contribute to patient satisfaction and office production goals through efficient workflow and high-quality service.

• Assist with other duties as assigned.

• Maintain regular, predictable attendance.

Professional Development

• Maintain professional and technical knowledge through continuing education, workshops, professional publications, and participation in professional organizations as required.

Required Qualifications

• 1–2 years of chairside assisting experience (PREFERRED)

• Active California Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) / Extended Function (RDAEF) license

• Current CPR/BLS certification

• Completion of a Dental Board-approved radiation safety course

• Certification in Infection Control (California Dental Board approved)

• Knowledge of California dental regulations and the scope of practice

• Knowledge of dental procedures, instruments, and infection control

• Experience with practice management software (Open Dental, Yapi)

• Bilingual (English/Spanish, English, Mandarin Chinese /other language)

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 - 4 years of chairside experience

• Experiences with Ortho, General, Oral Surgery, and Implant

Skills & Attributes

• Strong communication and patient care skills

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

• Professional and compassionate patient care

• Strong attention to detail and organization

• Team-oriented and dependable

• Ability to multitask and stay calm under pressure

• Positive, service-oriented attitude

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay, based on experience

• Friendly and supportive work environment

• On-the-job training

• Year-end bonus based on practice performance