Dental Assistant/ RDA
How this pay compares
This posting states $18–$21 an hour. Open dental assistant jobs in California post a median of $27.50 an hour, the middle half $25–$30.03, across 106 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).
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
Dental Assistant Opportunity – Our Best Life Companies
Grow Your Career with a Team That Feels Like Family
Our Best Life Companies is seeking a skilled and compassionate Dental Assistant (DA) to join our team. This is a great opportunity to work alongside experienced dental professionals in a supportive, patient-focused environment while continuing to grow your career. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and performance-based bonus opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
- Greet and welcome patients in a friendly and professional manner
- Prepare patients for treatments and examinations, ensuring their comfort throughout the visit
- Select, organize, and set up instruments, equipment, and materials required for procedures
- Sterilize and maintain instruments in accordance with established safety and regulatory standards
- Assist the dentist during procedures using four-handed dentistry techniques
- Maintain accurate patient records and assist with charting as needed
- Follow all infection control protocols and office procedures
Qualifications & Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Previous experience as a Dental Assistant preferred
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Our Best Life Companies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Requirements
- Current X-Ray license required
- Current CPR certification
- Active Dental Assistant License
From Our Best Life Management's job posting, checked 12 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Our Best Life Management
Our Best Life Management hires dental staff and front-office staff in California and Indiana.
Hires in California, IndianaPay on its listings: 71% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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