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.