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Dental Assistant or Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)

Bluetree Practice Services$20.00–$25.00/hrEl Dorado Hills, CAFull timePosted 1mo agoStill open, checked every night
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This posting states $20–$25 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 below 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).

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Board-approved radiation safety course certificate (needed by all dental assistants, and for RDA licensure), from the Dental Board of California.

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About the job

Dental Assistant (DA) or Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)

Company: Magic Smiles Pediatric Dentistry

Location: 5009 Windplay Drive, Suite 1, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762

Job Type: Part-Time / Full-Time Options Available

Pay Range: $20.00 – $25.00 per hour (depending on experience)

Join Our Pediatric Dental Team!

Are you a Dental Assistant (DA) or Licensed Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) passionate about pediatric care and making children's smiles shine brighter? Magic Smiles Pediatric Dentistry in El Dorado Hills, CA, is looking for an energetic, caring DA or RDA to join our close-knit pediatric team! Bring your clinical expertise, warm personality, and love for kids to a practice where your work truly matters.

About Magic Smiles Dentistry

For years, our dedicated pediatric dentists and caring team members have been bringing joy, health, and sparkling smiles to the little ones of El Dorado Hills. We are located at:

Magic Smiles Dentistry

5009 Windplay Drive, Suite 1

El Dorado Hills, CA 95762

By joining our clinical home, you will work alongside exceptional pediatric providers, including Dr. Masood:

  • Dr. Masood, DDS: Hailing from the Bay Area, Dr. Masood graduated as high school valedictorian and studied general biology at UC San Diego before working as a pharmaceutical consultant. Driven by a passion for patient care, he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, followed by an Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) residency at the University of Connecticut (UConn), where he specialized in treating large special needs populations. He then completed his formal pediatric dental residency at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, OH, and served disadvantaged communities on the California Central Coast at a non-profit center. Outside the clinic, Dr. Masood is an enthusiastic sports fan, avid binge-watcher, live music lover, culinary explorer, and devoted family man who revels in travel!

What We're Looking For (Minimum Requirements)

MUST HAVE THE FOLLOWING CERTIFICATIONS

  • Coronal Polish Certification
  • Infection Control Certification
  • Radiation Safety / X-Ray Certification
  • BLS / CPR Certification (Active)

Additional Qualifications & Qualities

  • Licensure: California Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license or Dental Assistant (DA) experience.
  • Software Experience: Practice management software experience required (Open Dental experience is a major plus!).
  • Core Qualities: A can-do attitude, excellent communication skills, a team-first spirit, and a genuine passion for working with children.
  • Safety & Compliance: This position is safety-sensitive; successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen is required.

What You'll Do Every Day (Responsibilities)

  • Pediatric Chairside Assisting: Deliver exceptional four-handed assisting during preventative, restorative, and specialized pediatric dental procedures.
  • Radiography & Imaging: Safely capture high-quality digital dental X-rays while keeping young patients comfortable and at ease.
  • Special Needs & Behavior Guidance: Assist providers during specialized pediatric workflows, including behavior guidance, Nitrous Oxide, and sedation procedures.
  • Operatory Flow & Infection Control: Prepare, sanitize, and turn over treatment suites efficiently while strictly enforcing CDC, OSHA, and ADA safety standards.
  • Patient & Parent Education: Warmly greet families, explain procedures clearly, provide post-care instructions, and create a positive, anxiety-free atmosphere.

Perks & Benefits That Support Your Life

  • Competitive Pay: $20.00 – $25.00 per hour (depending on experience).
  • Flexible Schedules: Part-Time and Full-Time options available.
  • Paid Time Off: Accrual-based PTO + 6 Paid Holidays each year.
  • Continuing Education: Practice pays for your annual BLS/CPR recertification fees!
  • Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical Insurance (5 tailored plan options), Dental, and Vision coverage.
  • Financial Protection: 401(k) with Company Match, plus practice-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability coverage.
  • Family Support: Access to our specialized Team Member Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your household.
  • Perks & Discounts: Dedicated Service & Achievement Recognition Programs, employee dental discounts, and corporate cell phone plan savings.
  • Career Growth: Endless opportunities for skill development, cross-training, and professional advancement!

Ready to Create Smiles That Last a Lifetime?

Come feel the camaraderie, joy, and fulfillment of our team!Apply today to join the team at Magic Smiles Dentistry at 5009 Windplay Drive, Suite 1, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762!

This is a safety-sensitive role and requires passing a drug screen. We follow CDC, OSHA, and ADA guidelines to ensure a safe environment.

Magic Smiles Dentistry is proud affiliate of Bluetree Dental, an organization dedicated to changing lives and dentistry. With partners across multiple states, Bluetree focuses on pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, and general dentistry.

Bluetree's Mission and Vision

  • Mission: To give people something to smile about, today, and tomorrow.
  • Vision: Changing lives, changing dentistry.

Core Values That Guide Us

  • Caring: Prioritize the needs of patients, team members, and practices.
  • Creative: Foster innovation and explore better ways to enhance dental care.
  • Credible: Build trust through experience, education, authenticity, and unwavering commitment.
  • Commitment: Stay dedicated to our values, mission, and vision.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, marital or veteran status, medical condition, disability, or any other status protected by law.

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