Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) – Pediatric Dentistry | Full-Time, No Weekends

Confidential • Full-time • South San Francisco, California, United States • $27 - $35 / hour • 2w ago

Are you an RDA who loves helping kids and wants to work in a calm, supportive, patient-centered dental environment?
Our well-established pediatric & orthodontic practice in South San Francisco is looking for a kind, reliable Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) who communicates well with families and enjoys being part of a positive, drama-free team.

We are a fee-for-service practice, which allows us to spend more time with each patient and provide a warm, personalized experience. Pediatric experience is a plus — and we offer orthodontic training for the right candidate who’s eager to learn.

If you’re dependable, warm, and enjoy helping children feel confident at the dentist, we’d love to meet you.

What You’ll Do

Pediatric Days

Assist with composites, crowns, sealants, space maintainers, and extractions
Perform coronal polishing/prophys for pediatric patients
Take digital x-rays, iTero scans, and intraoral photos
Help children feel safe, supported, and at ease
Communicate clearly with parents and collaborate with a friendly, organized team

Orthodontic Days (Training Provided)

Take iTero scans for retainers, appliances, and progress updates
Assist with bonding, debonding, wire changes, and photo records
Track and manage lab cases
Learn alongside a well-trained ortho team with strong mentorship

Schedule & Pay

Full-Time, On-Site: Monday–Friday, 8:15 AM – 5:30 PM
Pay: $27 – $35/hr, based on experience

(Higher end offered to candidates with strong pediatric or ortho skills)

Location: South San Francisco, CA

Benefits

Health insurance
Paid vacation & sick time
Paid holidays
401(k) with employer matching
A consistent Monday–Friday schedule (no weekends)
Growth opportunities in pediatrics or orthodontics
Supportive team culture with a focus on kindness, communication, and patient comfort

Requirements

Valid California Registered Dental Assistant license
Coronal Polish Certificate (required)
X-ray license (required)
Sealant certification is a plus
Comfortable working with children
Dependable, positive, and organized

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

Join a doctor-owned, patient-centered practice focused on quality over volume
Work with a warm, collaborative team that values clear communication
Enjoy a calmer, fee-for-service environment where you can take time with each family
Receive hands-on training in orthodontics
Be part of a practice where your ideas and contributions are appreciated

Apply Today

We are actively interviewing and looking for the right RDA to join our team.
If you’re kind, dependable, and enjoy making dental visits positive for kids, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

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