Registered Dental Assistant, RDA

Overview

Make a meaningful impact in underserved communities

Full-time, mission-driven dental assistant role supporting mobile and clinic-based programs that deliver accessible oral health care across Los Angeles County.

We’re seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to support a Mobile Dental Unit serving diverse communities throughout Los Angeles County. In this role, you will perform oral screenings, provide chairside support, participate in community outreach, and help patients overcome barriers to accessing quality dental care.

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This role serves communities across Los Angeles County, delivering mobile and clinic-based dental services to patients who may face significant barriers to oral health care. The work environment includes a mix of community sites, schools, and clinical locations, offering the opportunity to make a direct and meaningful difference in patient health outcomes.

• Educate and counsel patients to ensure a positive dental experience
• Teach proper oral hygiene techniques (brushing, flossing)
• Assist chairside with exams, prophylaxis, sealants, fillings, and extractions
• Perform sealants and prophylaxis under provider supervision
• Apply fluoride, take impressions, remove sutures (under direct supervision)
• Assist with oral screenings and community outreach
• Take vital signs and notify the dentist of concerning readings
• Accurately record treatment information in the patient’s electronic chart
• Prepare, clean, and restock the operatory between patients
• Maintain operatory logs, suction lines, and Dental Unit Waterlines
• Operate radiographic equipment; take intraoral/extraoral photos
• Ensure compliance with sterilization, infection control, and HIPAA regulations
• Coordinate care with schools, nurses, and parents for school-based programs
• Travel to designated sites daily and complete mileage logs
• Work two Saturdays per month at mobile or clinic sites

• High school diploma or GED
• Completion of accredited dental assisting courses
• Radiation Safety Certificate
• 8-hour Infection Control (per CA Dental Board) + current CPR and First Aid
• Coronal Polish certificate required as of Jan 1, 2025
• Active Class A driver’s license
• Bilingual English/Spanish (required)
• Ability to work two Saturdays per month and travel to multiple sites
• Strong communication skills and an outgoing personality

In addition to the above requirements, the ideal candidate is compassionate, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced mobile/clinic environment.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Monthly employer-sponsored allowance for health premium support
• Funded Health Savings Account (up to deductible)
• Paid time off, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays
• 401(k) Safe Harbor Profit Sharing plan
• Mileage reimbursement
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Life insurance & AD&D
• And more!

• Mission-driven environment
• Opportunities to serve underserved communities
• Supportive team culture focused on patient impact