Dental Assistant (DA) or Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) at Smileland Dental Bakersfield, CA

Comunidade Metodista; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid sick leave

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Professional development

Positive work environment

Job summary

Smileland Dental in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a Dental Assistant (DA) or Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) to join our friendly team and care for children. The ideal candidate will be compassionate, reliable, and focused on excellent patient experiences.

You will assist the dentist, prepare rooms, take x-rays, educate families on oral hygiene, and maintain records in a fast-paced, child-centered practice. CPR is required, and pediatric experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• DA certification or accredited program is required.
• RDA license is required for RDA positions.
• Current CPR certification is required.
• Experience working with pediatric patients is highly preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist in delivering pediatric dental care.
• Establish rapport with young patients and parents to create a positive experience.
• Prepare treatment rooms and equipment for procedures.
• Educate children and parents on proper oral hygiene.
• Take and develop dental x-rays.
• Sterilize and maintain dental instruments.
• Manage and update patient records per HIPAA guidelines.
• Perform sealants and coronal polish as an RDA when applicable.
• All other duties of DA or RDA as needed.

Skills

Pediatric experience

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

DA certification or accredited program

RDA license

Job description

Dental Assistant (DA) or Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) job at Smileland Dental. Bakersfield, CA.

Position Overview:

We are currently seeking a passionate and caring Dental Assistant (DA) or Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) to join our dynamic and friendly team. The ideal candidate will have a genuine love for working with children, excellent communication skills, and a strong commitment to friendliness, reliability, teamwork and promoting dental hygiene from an early age.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the dentist in delivering high-quality dental care to children of all ages.
• Establish rapport with young patients and parents to create a comfortable and positive dental experience.
• Prepare treatment rooms and equipment for dental procedures.
• Educate children and parents on proper oral hygiene practices.
• Take and develop dental x-rays.
• Sterilize and maintain dental instruments.
• Manage and update patient records accurately according to HIPPA guidelines.
• Perform Sealants and Coronal Polish (RDA).
• All other duties of DA or RDA necessary to accomplish our mission.

Requirements:

• Certified Dental Assistant (DA) or completion of an accredited dental assisting program.
• RDA license (for RDA positions)
• Current CPR certification.
• Experience working with pediatric patients is highly preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Compassionate and patient-focused.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Paid sick leave
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Accident Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Professional development opportunities
• Positive and collaborative work environment

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.