Dynamic RDA: Expert Chairside Support & Dental Care

El Dorado Community Health Centers; South Lake Tahoe (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

El Dorado Community Health Centers is seeking a qualified Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) to assist the dentist in delivering high-quality dental care in a clinical setting. The role involves preparing operatory, taking radiographs, handling patient education, and supporting infection control practices.

Responsibilities include four-handed chairside assistance, charting, sterilization, and lab tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Current Dental X-ray Certification required.
• Valid California State license as Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) required.
• Completion of a Board-approved RDA Pathway is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain dental instruments, supplies, and equipment; prep operatory for patient visits.
• Explain procedures to patients and assist dentist with four-handed dentistry.
• Perform radiographs with proper safety precautions.
• Maintain infection control standards and sterilize instruments.

Skills

Team player

Independent work

Time management

Professionalism

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Current BLS certification

Current Dental X-ray Certification

California RDA license

Board-approved RDA Pathway

Tools

eCW (eClinicalWorks)

Job description

El Dorado Community Health Centers is seeking a qualified Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) to assist the dentist in delivering high-quality dental care in a clinical setting. The role involves preparing operatory, taking radiographs, handling patient education, and supporting infection control practices.

Responsibilities include four-handed chairside assistance, charting, sterilization, and lab tasks as needed.