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Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) and/or Dental Assistant (DA) Temporary for Medical Leave

Mark P. Lewis DDS, INC
Redding, CA Temporary
POSTED ON 3/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/12/2026

Qualifications

  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)
  • Dental Assisting: 2 years (Preferred)
  • Infection Control (Required)
  • Registered Dental Assistant (Preferred)
  • X-Ray Certification (Preferred)

Full Job Description

We are looking for a RDA or DA who is a team player and that can make the appointment enjoyable for the patient. This is a temporary medical leave position with a possible full time position offered later.

Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare customers for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort
  • Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
  • Sterilize instruments according to regulations
  • Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry
  • Undertake lab tasks as instructed
  • Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
  • Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures

Skills

  • Proven experience as dental assistant
  • Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
  • Understanding of health & safety regulations
  • Good computer skills
  • Excellent communication and people skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Well-organized and reliable
  • High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $22.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Paid time off

Ability to Commute:

  • Redding, CA 96002 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Redding, CA 96002: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $27

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