Registered Dental Assistant
Location: Blythe, CA
Start Date: 01-26-2026
End Date: 04-26-2026
Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Day)
Hours per Week: 40
Candidate Pay Rate: $39 per hour
About United Health Care Staffing
At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Assist the dentist with exams, cleanings, restorations and routine dental procedures
- Prepare operatories, sterilize instruments and maintain strict infection control standards
- Take and process dental radiographs as permitted by scope of practice
- Manage patient flow, prepare charts and document procedures accurately and professionally
- Support patient education and provide compassionate care to adults in a mental health/correctional setting
- Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure safe, efficient clinic operations
Qualifications
- Current Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license in California (required)
- Experience as a dental assistant; prior experience in mental health or correctional settings is a plus
- Ability to pass background checks and meet facility security requirements
- Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification preferred or willingness to obtain
- Strong communication skills and a professional, patient-focused demeanor
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Completion of an accredited dental assisting program preferred
Knowledge & Skills
- Infection control, sterilization protocols and OSHA standards
- Familiarity with dental instruments, tray setup and chairside assisting
- Dental charting, patient records and basic chairside computer skills
- Ability to take dental radiographs if certified and comfortable with imaging
- Compassionate patient interaction skills, especially with mental health populations
- Teamwork, time management and adaptability in a fast-paced clinic environment
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you and your smile healthy
- Paid time off so you can recharge and come back refreshed
- 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your professional growth
- Paid orientation and on-the-job training — we set you up for success
- Referral bonus program — bring a friend and get rewarded
- A supportive team culture that values your contributions and wellbeing
- Opportunities to gain unique experience in correctional and mental health dental care
Travel Perks: Explore Blythe, CA
This is a temporary assignment in Blythe — perfect for exploring the outdoors. Enjoy easy access to the Colorado River for boating, fishing and riverside picnics, visit the fascinating Blythe Intaglios (ancient geoglyphs), explore local parks and desert landscapes, and take day trips to nearby natural attractions. If you like wide-open skies, stargazing and a slower pace between shifts, Blythe delivers.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Dental Assistant? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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