Bilingual Registered Dental Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

About Us  
We are an expanding dental practice committed to providing exceptional care to our community. As our Petaluma office transitions into full-time operating hours, we are urgently looking for a dedicated, highly motivated Bilingual Registered Dental Assistant to join our clinical team immediately. If you are passionate about patient care and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, we want to hear from you.

The Role  
You will play a vital role in ensuring smooth clinical operations and providing top-tier care to our diverse patient base. This is a full-time position that requires flexibility, including a willingness to work some weekends as needed to support team coverage and patient scheduling.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for procedures.
• Assist dentists during a variety of dental procedures.
• Take and develop high-quality dental radiographs (X-rays).
• Educate patients on postoperative and general oral health care.
• Communicate effectively with English- and Spanish-speaking patients to ensure they feel comfortable and understood.
• Maintain strict adherence to all infection control and sterilization protocols.
• Support front office and clinical staff in maintaining an efficient daily workflow.
• Track and maintain inventory of dental supplies 
• Support front office staff as needed for efficient patient flow 

Required Qualifications

• Active California Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) License – Required 
• Valid California X-ray certification 
• CPR/BLS certification 
• At least 1 year of experience preferred (new graduates welcome!) 
• Familiarity with dental software (experience with Dentrix is a plus) 
• Strong communication skills and a team-first attitude 
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical setting 
• Bilingual in Spanish and English

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working as a Registered Dental Assistant is highly preferred, though motivated individuals meeting all core certifications are encouraged to apply.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay ($25.00 - $32.00/hour) based on experience.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Sick pay.
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Generous in-office dental discounts for you.