Gentle Dental is hiring: Registered Dental Assistant - Sign On Bonus! in San Diego

At Gentle Dental, we value our team’s smile just as much as our patients’. Our mission is to provide exceptional, lifelong, integrated oral healthcare while improving the quality of life for our patients through accessible dental services. We are committed to patient care, clinical and operational excellence, innovation, and building strong relationships within our communities.

$1,000 Sign-On Bonus!
Pay: $18–$27/hr | Location: Gentle Dental – Sorrento Valley, San Diego, CA

We are hiring immediately for full-time and part-time positions and are seeking teammates who genuinely care, listen, and are motivated to make a difference. Join us and help enhance the health and smiles of people in your community!

What We Offer

Full-time (40 hours/week) schedules
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families
Basic life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO) – 80 hours per year for hourly employees
6 Paid holidays + 2 floating holidays
401(k) plan with company match
Employee Assistance Program
Referral bonuses: $2K–$5K depending on role
$1,000 Sign-On Bonus!

Responsibilities

Assist dentists in providing high-quality patient care
Take and process dental X-rays
Support clinical operations and patient flow
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace
Educate patients on oral health and assist with treatment procedures

Required Qualifications

Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)
X-Ray Certification
Certificate from a Dental Assisting Program
Current CPR/BLS Certification

Qualifications That Can Increase Starting Pay

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) Certification
Bilingual in Spanish
Relevant work experience