What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Newbury Park Dental Arts?
Dental Assistant (DA/RDA) – Full-Time
Location: Newbury Park, CA (In-Person)
Are you a motivated and compassionate dental professional looking to join a high-quality private practice? We’d love to meet you!
Our modern, privately-owned dental office in beautiful Newbury Park offers a supportive work environment with an enthusiastic team, a loyal patient base, and a caring dentist committed to excellence in patient care.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and dependable Dental Assistant (DA/RDA) to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have previous dental assisting experience, strong communication skills, and a proactive attitude. While experience is important, we value a positive attitude and strong work ethic above all.
Responsibilities:
- Assist the dentist during procedures to ensure efficient patient care.
- Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment in accordance with safety protocols.
- Take and develop dental radiographs (X-rays).
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and treatment documentation.
- Provide patient education on oral hygiene, post-operative care, and treatment plans.
- Help manage appointment scheduling and patient follow-ups.
- Support front office tasks as needed, including maintaining medical records.
- Ensure the clinical environment is clean, organized, and compliant with health standards.
What We’re Looking For:
- A caring and empathetic approach to patient care
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced setting
- Team player with a positive attitude and professional demeanor
Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years of dental assisting experience (back office)
- X-Ray Certification (Required)
- CPR Certification (Required)
- RDA Certification (Preferred)
- Knowledge of dental software (Eaglesoft/Open Dental) is a plus
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:15 AM – 5:30 PM
- Tuesday: 8:15 AM – 5:30 PM
- Wednesday: 9:15 AM – 6:15 PM
- Thursday: 8:15 AM – 5:30 PM
- Friday: By appointment only
Benefits:
- Competitive pay: $20.00 – $25.00 per hour, based on experience
- 401(k)
- Health and dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development support
- Opportunities for advancement
- Employee discounts
- Continuing education & occasional travel to dental conferences
- Free flu shots
Schedule:
- Full-time, 8-hour shifts (Monday–Friday)
- Occasional overtime or on-call shifts as needed
If you’re passionate about patient care and want to be part of a team that truly values its members, we encourage you to apply. Please send your resume – we look forward to meeting you!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.18 - $25.27 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to Commute:
- Newbury Park, CA 91320 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Newbury Park, CA 91320: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $25