Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)

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Dental Assistant Job Description Join our dynamic clinic team as a Dental Assistant, where you will play a crucial role in supporting dental students in a professional and patient-focused environment. You will work closely with faculty, patient care managers, dental student providers, and treatment coordinators to ensure smooth clinic operations and exceptional patient care. Responsibilities Assist undergraduate and graduate dental students chair side, including tray setup and patient scheduling. Maintain clinic cleanliness and facilitate the opening and closing of the clinic. Deliver and retrieve instruments to and from sterilization, ensuring proper setup of operatories. Confirm lab cases are ready for delivery and schedule patient appointments. Maintain an inventory of clinical supplies and ensure operatories are neat, clean, and adequately stocked. Adhere to Infection Control Protocols, including wearing appropriate attire and eyewear. Perform sterilization duties and assist in room preparation and cleanup. Essential Skills Graduation from a Dental Assistant program. Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification. Radiology certificate and Infection Control Certificate. Minimum of 1 year of dental assisting experience. Knowledge of infection control and sterilization processes. Ability to assist in patient care and dental operations. Additional Skills & Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required. If registered, need to be a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA). Experience with X-rays and hygiene practices. Work Environment The Dental Assistant will work within the College of Dental Medicine, an office environment with about 68 chairs, serving approximately 78 patients daily. This fast-paced environment is distinct from private practice, with a focus on sterilization (50%), dispensary (25%), and floor duties (25%). Work hours are Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. The culture is very close-knit, fostering a family-like atmosphere. The dress code requires professional attire, black scrubs, closed-toe shoes, and no jewelry. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pomona, CA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Pomona,CA.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 8, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.