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- A generous benefits package that includes paid time off, health, dental, vision, and 401(k) savings plan with match
- Career development and growth opportunities to support you at every stage of your career
- A fun and supportive culture that encourages collaboration and innovation
- Free Continuing Education (CE) through TAG U
- Assist during a variety of treatment procedures
- Take dental x-rays
- Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment
- Execute patient handoffs and monitors patient flow within the practice
- Manage infection control – prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment
- Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain good oral health
- Complete denture soft relines and manufacture temporary crowns
- Perform quality impressions and bite registrations
- Perform digital intraoral scans
- Support patient charting for doctors
- Perform various office tasks as necessary
- Collaborate with practice team to ensure optimum patient satisfaction
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients of all ages and backgrounds
- Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development
- Ability to work collaboratively with other members of the dental team to provide exceptional patient care
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Active license, registration, or permit as required by the state of practice; including x-ray certification if required
- A generous benefits package that includes paid time off, health, dental, vision, and 401(k) savings plan with match
- Career development and growth opportunities to support you at every stage of your career
- A fun and supportive culture that encourages collaboration and innovation
- Free Continuing Education (CE) through TAG U
- Assist during a variety of treatment procedures
- Take dental x-rays
- Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment
- Execute patient handoffs and monitors patient flow within the practice
- Manage infection control – prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment
- Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain good oral health
- Complete denture soft relines and manufacture temporary crowns
- Perform quality impressions and bite registrations
- Perform digital intraoral scans
- Support patient charting for doctors
- Perform various office tasks as necessary
- Collaborate with practice team to ensure optimum patient satisfaction
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients of all ages and backgrounds
- Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development
- Ability to work collaboratively with other members of the dental team to provide exceptional patient care
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Active license, registration, or permit as required by the state of practice; including x-ray certification if required
- Licensed Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) in good standing
- Passionate about patient care and preventive dentistry
- A natural problem solver who looks for solutions to improve patient outcomes
- Process-driven and comfortable following established clinical protocols while contributing ideas to improve them
- Excellent communication skills with patients, teammates, and leadership
- Team player who enjoys collaborating across departments
- Deliver high-quality dental hygiene care, including assessments, scaling, polishing, and patient education
- Work closely with the dental team to ensure seamless patient experiences and continuity of care
- Educate patients on oral health and the connection to overall health
- Contribute to practice improvement through problem-solving and process feedback
- Maintain accurate and detailed clinical documentation
- Uncapped earning potential — competitive base with performance-based bonuses
- Clinical mentorship and leadership opportunities for career growth
- Flexible schedules available to support work-life balance
- Continuing education support and professional development resources
- Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, 401k, etc.)
- High earning potential of $200,000+
- PPO/FFS
- Fully digital
- Benefit package also includes eligibility for full medical benefits, 401k, malpractice coverage, and additional compensation for experienced candidates!
- 2+ years of experience
- Fluency in Chinese strongly preferred
- Saturday availability
- DMD or DDS from an accredited dental school
- Valid state dental license (or in the process of obtaining)
- A generous benefits package that includes paid time off, health, dental, vision, and 401(k) savings plan with match*
- Career development and growth opportunities to support you at every stage of your career
- A fun and supportive culture that encourages collaboration and innovation
- Free Continuous Learning through TAG U
- Provide superior patient service with compassion and care in accordance with patient needs, company policies and procedures, government regulations, and dental board standards
- Hire, develop, manage and retain the office staff
- Consult with patients on treatment options provided by clinical team, verifying insurance payment and collection ensuring high quality of care
- Review monthly business results, manage profit and loss, align sales plan to support business goals and create strategies to increase profitability
- Prepare and lead daily huddles with team to level set expectations to optimize patient experience and business performance
- Additional tasks as required
- Minimum of one year of managing a team of direct reports
- High school diploma or equivalent; college degree is preferred
- A people centric leader who motivates and inspires others
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients of all ages and backgrounds
- Demonstrate analytical thinking; place a premium on leveraging data
- A generous benefits package that includes paid time off, health, dental, vision, and 401(k) savings plan with match
- Career development and growth opportunities to support you at every stage of your career
- A fun and supportive culture that encourages collaboration and innovation
- Free Continuing Education (CE) through TAG U
- Assist during a variety of treatment procedures
- Take dental x-rays
- Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment
- Execute patient handoffs and monitors patient flow within the practice
- Manage infection control – prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment
- Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain good oral health
- Complete denture soft relines and manufacture temporary crowns
- Perform quality impressions and bite registrations
- Perform digital intraoral scans
- Support patient charting for doctors
- Perform various office tasks as necessary
- Collaborate with practice team to ensure optimum patient satisfaction
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients of all ages and backgrounds
- Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development
- Ability to work collaboratively with other members of the dental team to provide exceptional patient care
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Active license, registration, or permit as required by the state of practice; including x-ray certification if required
- Flexible scheduling: you pick when and where you want to work
- Hourly pay + monthly bonus potential
- Paid time off
- Dental benefits & 401(k)
- Quarterly Continuing Education allowance
- Supportive hygiene leadership team
- Hygiene-first culture: patient care always comes first
- Offices with both 1-hour appointments and assisted hygiene
- A licensed RDH looking for flexibility
- Open to working in multiple locations in your region
- Committed to delivering top-tier patient care between designated offices in Santa Rosa, Petaluma, Rohnert Park, and surrounding areas.
- Team-oriented and professional
- New grads and experienced hygienists welcome
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Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental - San Luis Obispo, CA
At Aspen Dental, we put You First, offering the security and job stability that comes with working with a world-class dental service organization (DSO). Our best-in-class training program, competitive compensation, and flexible scheduling will help you thrive in your career. When you join our team as a Dental Assistant, you will have the opportunity to give back to communities and positively affect patients’ lives.
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: $23 - $28 / hour
At Aspen Dental, We Put You First. We Offer:
How You’ll Make a Difference:
As a Dental Assistant, you will help support the clinical needs of the practice’s patients and doctors. You will have the support and training you need to maximize your career potential and help make a difference in your community one smile at a time.
Qualifications:
ADMI Corp., d/b/a TAG-The Aspen Group, its affiliates, related companies and independently owned supported clinical practices are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers and welcome everyone to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental - Lincoln, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: $23 - $25 / hour
Sign-on Bonus: $1000
At Aspen Dental, We Put You First. We Offer:
How You’ll Make a Difference:
As a Registered Dental Assistant, you will help support the clinical needs of the practice’s patients and doctors. You will have the support and training you need to maximize your career potential and help make a difference in your community one smile at a time.
Qualifications:
ADMI Corp., d/b/a TAG-The Aspen Group, its affiliates, related companies and independently owned supported clinical practices are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers and welcome everyone to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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Dental Assistant
Rice dentistry - Irvine, CA
Rice Dentistry in Irvine is hiring a Registered Dental Assistant Who We Are Rice Dentistry has one of the best reputations in the region for dentistry, quality, comfort and ethics. We are a busy, private practice. We are highly ethical, enthusiastic, compassionate and have a fun loving environment. We do not participate in any insurance networks, therefore we can provide the best care and must stand out with concierge care. We exceed patient expectations and strive for continuous improvement . We love our patients and love our team Who We're Looking For The ideal candidate is a skilled, passionate, caring, and experienced professional. RDA license required, Dentrix experience strongly preferred. Must have technical , computer, organizations skills and ability to communicate with patients, doctor and team. Responsibilities 4 days a week, Monday - Thursday Assist Doctors in dentistry Clean and set up operatories Understand dental treatment procedures and communicate to patients Our office specializes in Adult complex restorative dentistry including Smile Makeovers, Dental Implants, Full reconstruction, InvisalignDental Hygienist
Signature Dental Partners - Auburn, CA
Mark D. Phipps, DDS
Auburn, CA
Part-Time: 3 days
Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) - Patient-Focused, Process-Driven Professional
Uncapped Earning Potential + Clinical Support Designed by Hygienists for Hygienists
Are you a patient-focused Registered Dental Hygienist who thrives in a collaborative, process-driven environment? Do you love solving problems to improve patient care while working alongside a supportive team that truly understands your role? If so, we want to meet you!
Why Join Us?
We’re a practice that values your expertise and ensures you have the clinical and professional support you need to thrive. Our hygiene program was built by hygienists for hygienists, meaning you’ll have the tools, mentorship, and processes in place to help you succeed every day — all while delivering exceptional patient care.
What You’ll Love
✅ Uncapped Earning Potential – We believe in rewarding your efforts and clinical excellence. You have full control over your earning potential.
✅ Clinical Support Tailored for You – Our leadership team includes experienced hygienists who understand your challenges and support your growth.
✅ Process-Driven Systems – We set you up for success with clear processes that allow you to focus on delivering the best care possible.
✅ Problem-Solving Culture – We value innovation and teamwork. Your ideas matter, and we work together to improve patient experiences and practice efficiencies.
What We’re Looking For
What You’ll Do
Compensation & Benefits
Dentist
Palm View Dental - Alhambra, CA
Palm View Dental in Alhambra, CA is a well-established practice known for exceptional patient care and a fun, energetic team. We're seeking a highly motivated full-time General Dentist who values positivity, teamwork, and respect.
Our office is loved by both patients and staff, with 700+ 5-star Google reviews! If you're looking for a supportive, high-energy workplace, we’d love to meet you!
We are one of the top Invisalign Providers in the area, and we utilize some of the most advanced dental technologies in our office such as iTero 3D scanners, Digital X-rays, Intra-oral Photography, and CBCT 3D X-ray imaging.
Perks & Benefits:
Qualifications:
Office Manager Dental Front Office
Aspen Dental - Fairfield, CA
At Aspen Dental, we put You First, offering the security and job stability that comes with working with a world-class dental service organization (DSO). Our best-in-class training program, competitive compensation, and flexible scheduling will help you thrive in your career. When you join our team as a Dental Office Manager, which at Aspen Dental we call an Operations Manager, you will have the opportunity to give back to communities and positively affect patients’ lives.
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: $69000 - $73000 / year + monthly and quarterly incentive earnings **
At Aspen Dental, we put You First. We offer:
How You’ll Make a Difference:
As a Dental Office Manager, you will lead the office in all office operations in support of the doctors to help create lasting impressions and build trust and loyalty with patients. When you join an Aspen Dental practice, you’ll participate in an extensive, ten-week training program to gain business and leadership knowledge designed to help you succeed and grow within our organization.
Preferred Qualifications
Aspen Dental-branded practices are independently owned and operated by licensed dentists. The practices receive non-clinical business support services from Aspen Dental Management, Inc., a dental support organization.
*May vary by independently owned and operated Aspen Dental locations.
**Limitations apply, please see recruiter for details
ADMI Corp., d/b/a TAG-The Aspen Group, its affiliates, related companies and independently owned supported clinical practices are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers and welcome everyone to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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Orthodontic Dental Assistant
Warren and Chima Orthodontics - SF, CA
Warren & Chima Orthodontics is currently looking for a new skilled RDA or OA to assist our forward-thinking team! We are in a beautiful neighborhood located in the West Portal area of San Francisco on the out skirts of the city giving you an easy commute to work. We believe in the latest technologies and pride ourselves in a highly organized office. The entire staff develops our systems of organization and patient care. Full-time schedule with no weekends offered with a family friendly atmosphere and a schedule that provides life work balance! Our ideal candidate would be a detail-oriented individual that is self-directed and able to communicate well with patients and co-workers plus possess the desire to help grow our business while having a positive personality. Prior orthodontic chair-side experience required. If you have all the following requirements listed below, please email your resume ASAP for immediate consideration. We hope to have you on our team helping our patients while creating beautiful smiles! **PLEASE NO PHONE CALLS, WALK-INS, FAXES, OR EMAILS. RESPOND DIRECTLY OFF AD DIRECTLY TO BE CONSIDERED AND PROPERLY PRESCREENED BY OUR OUTSIDE CONSULTANT** POSITION HOURS: Monday – Thursday 8am - 5:15pm Fridays 8:00 – 3:00pm (work 1-2 Fridays/month) BENEFITS: 26+/hr. Pay rate is based upon prior orthodontic experience. No weekends or evenings Annual bonuses Uniforms (scrubs) Medical and dental coverage 401k + matching plan and Profit Sharing Generous paid holidays (13 days per year and PTO included) Easy commute within SF near Muni station REQUIREMENTS: RDA or OA license required. California X-ray license and CPR certificate required. 1+ years orthodontic chair-side experience required. Resides in a reasonable commuting distance of work. Positive attitude with a sense of humor! Adaptable and have a good relationship with everyone on the team. Excellent verbal English skills required. Professional, presentable, loyal, and trustworthy Genuinely enjoys making patients smile and being the best part of their day. Orthodontic Assistant (RDA or OA) duties but not limited to: All aspects of clinical orthodontic assisting such as tying and untying ligatures, fitting bands, impressions, setting up brackets to bond, OSHA management, trying in appliances, etc. All other orthodontic duties as needed. Taking orthodontic records. Sterilization as needed. Maintaining standards of infection control. Adhere and flow all practice policies and rules withing the employee handbook. All other duties and responsibilities as assigned.Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental - Modesto, CA
At Aspen Dental, we put You First, offering the security and job stability that comes with working with a world-class dental service organization (DSO). Our best-in-class training program, competitive compensation, and flexible scheduling will help you thrive in your career. When you join our team as a Dental Assistant, you will have the opportunity to give back to communities and positively affect patients’ lives.
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: $22 - $25 / hour
At Aspen Dental, We Put You First. We Offer:
How You’ll Make a Difference:
As a Dental Assistant, you will help support the clinical needs of the practice’s patients and doctors. You will have the support and training you need to maximize your career potential and help make a difference in your community one smile at a time.
Qualifications:
ADMI Corp., d/b/a TAG-The Aspen Group, its affiliates, related companies and independently owned supported clinical practices are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers and welcome everyone to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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Dentist
DentalPost - Sonoma, CA
General Dentist – Ownership Opportunity Available Are you a compassionate, skilled dentist looking for a long-term, impactful role in a thriving practice? We are seeking a dedicated General Dentist to join our team — with an exciting opportunity for ownership. We pride ourselves on providing high-quality care, fostering patient trust, and creating a supportive team culture. We're looking for a motivated clinician with strong leadership skills who is interested in taking the next step in their career. Monday - Thursday 8am-5pm Select Fridays 8am-3pm Key Responsibilities: - Perform general dental procedures including fillings, extractions, and root canals - Conduct comprehensive exams and provide preventive care - Diagnose and manage oral diseases and develop treatment plans - Educate patients on oral hygiene and preventative measures - Collaborate with assistants and hygienists for optimal patient outcomes - Maintain detailed and accurate patient records using Dentrix Ascend software Requirements: - DDS/DMD from an accredited university - Valid California dental license - Minimum 3 years of clinical experience - Proficiency with Dentrix Ascend and understanding of dental/medical documentation - Strong diagnostic, clinical, and communication skills - Knowledge of HIPAA and a commitment to patient confidentiality - Ability to lead and work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment What We Offer: - A supportive, experienced team of professionals - A patient-first philosophy and strong community reputation - Potential for practice buy-in and ownership - A career path with both clinical and leadership growth Join us and be part of a practice that values your contribution and encourages your professional development — all while making a difference in the lives of our patients.Dental Hygienist
Signature Dental Partners - Santa Rosa, CA
Title: Regional Temp Dental Hygienist – Flexible Schedule + Benefits
Signature Dental Partners: Sonoma County
Description:
Join our hygiene-centered dental group as a Regional Temp RDH and experience the perfect balance of flexibility and support! You’ll have a designated “home office” and the opportunity to float to nearby offices within Sonoma County—all while enjoying part-time benefits and competitive pay.
What we offer:
Who you are:
Ready to be part of something unique? Apply today and start working on your terms while staying supported and appreciated.
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