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Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)/Dental Assistant

Children's Dentistry of Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA Full Time | Part Time
POSTED ON 7/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/8/2026

Our pediatric dentistry office has immediate openings for back office dental assistants. RDA and DA are welcome to apply. Positions are full-time with part-time options if requested.

Office hours are 8:00am-5:00pm.

Candidates must be highly organized with strong communication skills (both verbal and written), dependable, have a positive attitude, and be able to relate well to both adults and children.

***Starting pay is based on experience and licensure***

Duties for this position may include but are not limited to;

  • Patient Preparation: Greet patients, show them to the treatment room, and help them get comfortable.
  • Assisting with Procedures: Hand instruments and equipment to the dentist, suction fluids, and assist with various dental treatments.
  • Radiography: Take and develop dental X-rays.
  • Sterilization: Clean and sterilize instruments, equipment, and treatment areas to prevent the spread of infection.
  • Impressions: Take impressions and scans of patients' teeth to create models or casts.
  • Patient Education: Provide instructions on post-procedure care and proper oral hygiene.
  • Apply topical fluoride and sealants: after a dental professional has provided care.
  • Accurate documentation in electronic and paper health records
  • Charting
  • Other clinical and administrative duties as assigned

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

  • Bakersfield, CA 93301 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $23

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