Registered Dental Assistant - Dr. Childress DDS - Davis, CA
How this pay compares
This posting states $25–$30 an hour. Open dental assistant jobs in California post a median of $27.50 an hour, the middle half $25–$30, across 125 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Dental assistants employed in California earn a median of $24.09 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
What California requires of a dental assistant
Board-approved radiation safety course certificate (needed by all dental assistants, and for RDA licensure), from the Dental Board of California.
- Anyone exposing dental x-rays must pass a Board-approved radiation safety course (theory and hands-on technique) first (Bus. & Prof. Code 1656). Registered Dental Assistants also complete other Board-approved courses and exams.
Dentist, dental hygienist and dental assistant jobs in our research
- How long these jobs stay listed: Still listed at 7 days 89.4%
- Applicant demand per open job on this site (1.00x is the average job): Index 0.72x · Clicks 12
- How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 53.1% · Stating an hourly rate 38.5%
From every open job we read and every apply click on this site, as of 11 Nov 2026. Every figure for Dentist, dental hygienist and dental assistant jobs
About the job
Join Our Team at Dr. Childress, DDS as a Registered Dental Assistant!
Location: Davis, CA
At Dr. Childress, DDS, we're committed to creating a supportive and positive work environment where our team can thrive. We're currently looking for a talented and dedicated Registered Dental Assistant to join our growing practice.
Why Choose Us?
- Competitive pay with performance-based bonuses - $25.00 - $30.00 Per Hr DOE
- Comprehensive benefits package , including medical, and dental
- Paid vacations and additional opportunities for personal and professional growth
- Ongoing training and mentorship to help you advance your career
What We're Looking For
- Must be a Registered Dental Assistant
- Positive attitude with a passion for patient care
- High level of integrity and dependability
- Professional in appearance, behavior, and communication
- At least 1 year of dental assisting experience
- Willingness to learn and grow with our team, following training guidelines
If you're ready to take the next step in your career with a dedicated, supportive team, we want to hear from you!
Apply today and start your journey with Dr. Childress, DDS!
We look forward to meeting you!
From American Dental Companies's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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