Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) - Pinole, CA
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. 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. 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.
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About the job
Join Smart Start Dental, a thriving dental practice where your skills as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) will be valued and utilized every day. We’re looking for someone who can step into a busy clinical setting, support the doctor efficiently, and help deliver outstanding patient care.
Responsibilities
- Assist the dentist during examinations, procedures, and adjustments
- Take, develop, and process dental X-rays
- Prepare and maintain treatment rooms, instruments, and equipment
- Ensure patient comfort before, during, and after treatment
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and post-treatment care
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records
- Support overall clinical efficiency and perform additional duties as needed
Qualifications
- Active California Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license
- Must have hands-on experience placing dental sealants
- Coronal polishing certification
- Friendly, upbeat, and professional demeanor
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
From Image Specialty Partners's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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