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Dental Assistant

TrueCare logoTrueCare$25.30–$35.42/hrOceanside, CAFull timePosted 1d agoStill open, checked every night
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How this pay compares

This posting states $25.30–$35.42 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 above 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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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.

Dental assistant jobs and requirements in California

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

At TrueCare, we believe that everyone deserves access to excellent healthcare. For over 50 years we have been helping patients and families have timely, affordable, and expert healthcare. Joining us is just a click away. Health inside. Welcome in.

Are you passionate about providing compassionate, high-quality care to underserved communities? Join our mission-driven team as a Dental Assistant and help make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients who need it most.

Your Role & Impact

A Dental Assistant is responsible for assisting the dentist and dental hygienist in the direct provision of primary care dental services to patients of the health center. The Dental Assistant is also responsible for sterilization, preparation and inventory control of dental instruments and supplies.

What We’re Looking For

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Completion of an accredited program for Dental Assistants.
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers from American Heart Association (AHA).
  • Radiation Safety Certificate
  • Infection Control Certificate
  • California Dental Practice Act Certificate
  • Current Driver's License with reliable transportation and a clean driving record for the last three years.
  • Familiarity with dental terminology, instruments, materials and medications used during dental procedures.
  • Availability to work on Saturdays.
  • Computer proficiency, particularly with the Microsoft Office suite, including Outlook and Word.

Why Join Us

We’re a mission-driven healthcare organization committed to making quality care accessible for everyone. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to:

  • Provide care that truly impacts the community
  • Grow your skills through continuing education
  • Work with a collaborative, supportive team

Perks & Benefits

  • Competitive pay
  • Generous paid time off
  • Low-cost health, dental, vision & life insurance

Join us in creating healthier smiles and healthier communities!

The pay range for this role is $25.30 to $35.42 on an hourly basis.

Pay transparency: If you are hired at TrueCare, your salary will be determined based on factors such as education, knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to those factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider the internal equity of our current team members when determining an offer.

TrueCare is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Our goal is to support all team members recruited or employed here.

From TrueCare's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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