seeking Dental Assistant or RDA for Pediatric Community Health Clinics in San Jose, CA

For 30 years, School Health Clinics of Santa Clara County has offered low-cost, high-quality medical and dental services to low-income families. Our mission is to provide high-quality, affordable primary medical care for the low-income community. Research has shown that providing low-income and minority students with healthcare and health education gives kids a chance to stay in school and perform better academically. Although we began as pediatric clinics, we now extend our services to adults. No one is ever turned away due to their inability to pay. All five clinics are located on school grounds in Santa Clara County, right in the neighborhoods where our patients live. Our staff is bilingual and multicultural so our patients can easily understand the medical advice that is given and are not intimidated because of a language barrier.

We are looking for a team-oriented individual who enjoys working with children, communicates effectively with patients and families, and takes pride in delivering quality dental care in a positive, supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide efficient four-handed chairside assistance during dental procedures.

• Assist with preventive, restorative, and general dentistry services.

• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for patient care.

• Obtain diagnostic digital radiographs in accordance with California regulations and applicable certifications.

• Maintain sterilization, disinfection, and infection-control standards.

• Educate patients and families regarding oral hygiene and preventive dental care.

• Maintain accurate patient records and clinical documentation.

• Support patient flow, scheduling coordination, and daily clinical operations.

• Maintain clean, organized, and properly stocked treatment rooms.

• Collaborate with dentists, dental staff, and other healthcare professionals.

• Assist at designated school-based dental clinic locations as needed.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Previous dental assisting experience preferred.

• California Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license is a plus, but qualified Dental Assistants are encouraged to apply.

• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred, but not required.

• Experience working with pediatric patients is highly desirable.

• Current certifications appropriate to assigned clinical duties.

• Familiarity with digital dental radiography and electronic health records is a plus.

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment.

• Dependable, punctual, professional, and detail-oriented.

• Positive attitude, excellent work ethic, and willingness to work collaboratively.