Registered Dental Assistant / Dental Assistant

Job Description
West Hollywood, CaliforniaFull-Time Direct HireUp to $30 per Hour (DOE)

A-Team Dental Staffing has partnered with an established, modern dental practice in West Hollywood, California, to recruit an experienced, motivated, and patient-focused Dental Assistant or Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) for a full-time, direct-hire opportunity.

With 12 years of practice history, this office provides comprehensive general, cosmetic, restorative, and surgical dental care in a people-oriented, results-driven environment.

The ideal candidate is confident, proactive, clinically skilled, and comfortable assisting with a wide range of dental procedures , including restorative treatments, extractions, and implant dentistry. We are seeking someone who takes initiative, anticipates the doctor's needs, and contributes to an efficient and positive patient experience.

Schedule

• Monday: 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
• Tuesday: Administrative day, typically up to 6 hours
• Wednesday: 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
• Thursday: 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
• Friday: 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
• Saturday and Sunday: Closed
• Staff are expected to arrive approximately 15 minutes before the first patient.

Employee hours and breaks will be confirmed during the hiring process.

Compensation

• Up to $30 per hour, depending on experience (DOE)
• Compensation based on qualifications, clinical experience, and demonstrated skills
• Full-time, direct-hire opportunity

Practice Environment

• Established practice with 12 years of history
• People-oriented, motivated, and results-driven culture
• Approximately 3 providers, including 1 hygienist
• Approximately 4 staff members
• 6 operatories
• PPO and fee-for-service (UCR) patients
• Comprehensive general, cosmetic, restorative, and surgical dentistry
• Modern dental technology and digital workflows
• Patient-centered environment emphasizing comfort, communication, and quality care

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient four-handed chairside assistance during general, restorative, cosmetic, and surgical procedures
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials before patient appointments
• Assist with crown and bridge procedures, composite restorations, and other restorative treatments
• Confidently assist with extractions, implant placement, and oral surgery procedures according to experience and authorized duties
• Prepare surgical instruments, equipment, and sterile treatment setups
• Anticipate the dentist's needs and support efficient patient flow
• Assist with root canal procedures, denture treatments, and Invisalign appointments
• Capture diagnostic radiographs when appropriately certified or licensed
• Assist with iTero digital impressions and scanning
• Maintain accurate clinical notes and patient documentation
• Provide compassionate patient care and postoperative instructions
• Follow infection prevention, sterilization, and OSHA safety requirements
• Maintain clean, organized, and fully stocked operatories
• Support clinical inventory management
• Collaborate effectively with dentists, hygienists, and administrative staff
• Perform all duties within the applicable California dental assisting scope of practice

Practice Software and Technology

• Oryx - Practice management software
• Mango - Patient communication software
• DEXIS - Digital radiography
• iTero - Digital impressions and scanning
• Dentis - Dental implant system
• Coltene - Dental materials
• Digital restorative and cosmetic dentistry workflows

Experience with Oryx, digital imaging, and iTero is desirable.

Dental Services

The practice offers comprehensive dental care, including:

• Cosmetic dentistry and smile design
• Crown and bridge
• Dental extractions
• Dental implant placement
• Root canal therapy
• Pulpotomy procedures
• Composite fillings
• Partial dentures
• Complete dentures
• Fixed screw-retained dentures
• Invisalign
• Preventive and periodontal care

We are seeking a confident, motivated, dependable, and versatile Dental Assistant or RDA who takes pride in delivering exceptional clinical support and patient care.

The successful candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced dental environment, assisting with a wide range of procedures, and taking initiative without constant direction.

A strong candidate will demonstrate excellent chairside assisting skills, attention to detail, a willingness to learn, and the ability to anticipate the doctor's needs.

Qualified Dental Assistants and Registered Dental Assistants are encouraged to apply confidentially with an updated résumé.

Requirements

• Previous dental assisting experience in a general or comprehensive dental practice preferred
• Active California RDA license for applicants seeking the Registered Dental Assistant position
• Strong four-handed chairside assisting skills
• Confidence assisting with oral surgery, extractions, and implant procedures highly desirable
• Experience with restorative and cosmetic dentistry
• Knowledge of dental instruments, materials, and clinical terminology
• Familiarity with digital radiography and dental imaging
• Understanding of sterilization, infection control, and OSHA protocols
• Oryx experience preferred
• iTero scanning experience is a plus
• Excellent communication and patient-care skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a smaller clinical team
• Dependable, punctual, organized, and detail-oriented
• Professional appearance and positive attitude
• Required certifications and permits appropriate to assigned duties under California law

Benefits

• Medical insurance - Available after 3 months, subject to eligibility
• Dental benefits
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) - Employer matching after 12 months, subject to plan eligibility
• Additional benefit details will be discussed during the hiring process