
Dental Assistant - General
Hiring bonus: up to $250 — Health Advocates Network pays new hires who apply through this link. Terms are set by the agency.
- Agency
- Health Advocates Network
- Location
- Herlong, CA
- Job type
- Rfq
- Profession
- Dental Assistant
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 22, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $34.72
- Weekly
- $1,389
- Yearly (full-time)
- $72,218
This job pays about $34.72/hour — 44% above the median for Dental Assistant jobs in California ($24.09/hour).
Estimated from the hourly rate in the listing, 40 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Dental Assistant jobs in California right now
- 2 open Dental Assistant jobs in California from 2 agencies.
- Typical Dental Assistant pay in California: $24.09/hour ($50,107/year, BLS).
Job description
Dental Assistant – Herlong,CA
Local Pay: $34.72/hour
Join our team and make a meaningful impact by supporting the day-to-day operations of our team. We're looking for a dedicated and dependable professional who is committed to providing excellent support and helping ensure smooth and efficient operations.
Why You'll Love Working With Us
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Quick & Easy Application - Apply anytime, anywhere with our enHANce app.
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Referral Rewards- Receive referral bonuses for eligible candidate you refer.$800 referrer / $200 referee-Payable after 200 hours of work )
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Personalized Support - Work with a dedicated recruiter committed to your success.
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Exclusive Employee Benefits - Enjoy free continuing education (CEUs) exclusive marketplace discounts, hotel savings, pet insurance, and Employee Assistance Program.
Shift Details:
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6:30 AM–3:00PM
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Monday–Friday
Dental Assistant Duties & Responsibilities:
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Assist the Dental Officer with restorative dentistry, oral surgery, periodontics, prosthetics, and dental examinations.
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Retrieve patient records, prepare patients, and assist with appointments and emergency treatments.
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Prepare and pass dental instruments, materials, medications, and equipment during procedures.
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Assist with suctioning, tissue retraction, irrigation, and patient monitoring.
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Perform dental screenings, periodontal charting, and patient dental health education.
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Perform dental prophylaxis and place temporary fillings when authorized (RDA only).
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Assist with periodontal surgery, rubber dam placement, and packing removal.
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Maintain dental treatment records and prepare treatment rooms for the next patient.
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Clean, sharpen, disinfect, and sterilize dental instruments and contaminated waste.
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Inspect and maintain dental equipment and report malfunctions.
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Take and process digital and conventional dental radiographs while following radiation safety protocols.
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Apply prescribed dental medications and anticariogenic agents as authorized.
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Assist with denture fabrication and repair, take dental impressions, pour casts, and select tooth shades.
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Follow infection control procedures and perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
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Shall possess specialty training from a licensed dentist and/or certification from an accredited Dental Assistant school.
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Training must include dental radiology and radiology safety.
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Shall be certified in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) in accordance with the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association
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Minimum of two (2) years of experience providing Dental Assistant services.
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Bilingual oral communication skills and experience in a clinical correctional setting are desirable
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Additional certifications may be required.
Benefits:
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Competitive Pay
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Health, Dental, Vision, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance (eligibility begins after 60 days)
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401(k) Retirement Plan
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