Dental Assistant (DA/RDA) Patient-Centered Functional Dentistry

Dental Assistant (DA/RDA) - Patient-Centered Functional Dentistry Jennifer Chiang, DDS Sunnyvale, CA Job Details Full-time $21.50 - $35.00 an hour 8 hours ago Benefits Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Photography Direct patient care Customer relationship building Dental care patient counseling Preparing dental treatment areas Medical procedure assistance Assisting medical staff Preparing medical treatment area Preventive health (patient care) One-on-one patient counseling Registered Dental Assistant Dental x-ray Intraoral scanners Dental equipment Digital dental impression taking Patient interaction Patient education Communication skills Open Dental Entry level Surgical instrument sterilization and handling Full Job Description Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) - Functional & Preventive Dentistry Do you love helping patients feel genuinely cared for—not rushed? Are you passionate about prevention, education, and being part of a positive, growth-oriented team? We are a modern, relationship-based functional family dental practice in Sunnyvale seeking an exceptional Dental Assistant / RDA who wants to grow with a practice focused on whole-body health, prevention, and outstanding patient experiences. This is not a high-volume "drill and fill" office. We take time to educate patients, build trust, and connect oral health to overall wellness. If you are warm, organized, clinically strong, and enjoy making a meaningful difference in patients' lives, we'd love to meet you! About Us At Sunnyvale Functional Dental Office , we combine high-quality dentistry with a functional, prevention-focused approach.

We emphasize:

Oral-systemic health connection. Patient education & empowerment. Salivary diagnostics & oral microbiome testing. Laser periodontal therapy. Airway and sleep screening. A positive, supportive, team-oriented culture. We believe dentistry can truly change lives—and we love helping patients feel healthier, informed, and cared for.

What You'll Do:

Assist chairside during restorative and preventive procedures. Create a calm, welcoming, patient-centered experience. Take digital radiographs, photos, and scans. Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments. Educate patients on home care and oral-systemic health concepts. Support hygiene and doctor flow for an exceptional patient experience. Help maintain smooth clinical operations and teamwork.

What We're Looking For:

Required:

DA or RDA license in California. Strong communication and patient care skills. Positive attitude and team-first mindset. Detail-oriented and dependable. Comfortable with technology and eager to learn. Bonus (not required): Experience with Open Dental. Experience with digital scanning, photography, laser dentistry, or airway-focused care. Passion for prevention, wellness, and patient education.

Who Thrives Here:

You might be a great fit if you: Love building relationships with patients. Enjoy educating and empowering people. Want to grow clinically and professionally. Value teamwork, kindness, and accountability. Take pride in providing an exceptional experience.

Schedule:

Tuesday-Friday:

8:00 AM-5:00 PM.

Saturday:

8:00 AM-2:00 PM (optional/flexible if true).

Compensation & Benefits:

Competitive compensation based on experience: Benefits may include: Continuing education opportunities. Growth and advancement opportunities. Positive, supportive team culture.

To Apply Please send us:

Your resume. A brief note telling us what excites you about dentistry and why you think you'd be a great fit for a prevention-focused office. We're excited to find someone who genuinely loves patient care and wants to grow with an amazing team.