Orthodontic Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) - Part Time

Choice Healthcare Services; Chico (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a part-time Orthodontic Registered Dental Assistant. In this rewarding role, you will support dental care delivery by preparing treatment rooms, assisting with procedures, and educating patients on oral hygiene. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to work in a fun and supportive environment, where professional growth and work-life balance are prioritized. Be part of a dedicated team that is committed to providing high-quality pediatric dental care in the community. If you are passionate about making a difference in children's healthcare, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Care for wellbeing

Professional growth opportunities

Experienced leadership support

Fun team dynamic

Comprehensive benefit package

Qualifications

• Certification from a dental college or equivalent experience preferred.
• Must have California RDA or Orthodontic Assistant License.

Responsibilities

• Assist the doctor in dental procedures and operate x-ray equipment.
• Instruct patients on oral hygiene and sterilize instruments.

Skills

Patient Care

Oral Hygiene Instruction

X-Ray Operation

Charting

Education

Dental College Certification

Bilingual in Spanish

Tools

X-Ray Equipment

Job description

Overview

Orthodontic Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) - Part Time

Summary: The Registered Dental Assistant supports dental care delivery by preparing treatment rooms, patients, instruments, and materials; passing instruments and materials; performing procedures in compliance with the Dental Practice Act. This is a part-time position to work Mondays-Wednesdays.

Pay Range: $20.77-$27.84/hour (based on experience)

At CHOICE Healthcare Services, our mission is to provide everyone access to the healthcare they need. CHOICE is the largest provider of pediatric dental care in the Southwest United States, and we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality care to children in our communities.

What we provide to you as a CHOICE teammate:

• Care for your wellbeing and work-life balance
• Professional and personal growth
• Experienced leadership support
• Fun and supportive team dynamic with events and celebrations
• Comprehensive benefit package

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assists the doctor in procedures
• Operates x-ray equipment and takes x-rays
• Prophy teeth
• Instructs patients on oral hygiene
• Charts and treatment plans with doctor
• Sterilizes instruments
• Sets up and prepares rooms for hygiene and treatment
• Takes IO's
• Charting
• Sealants, if applicable

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience:

• Certification from a dental college OR 3+ months related experience and/or training OR equivalent combination of education and experience, preferred
• Bilingual in Spanish, preferred

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• California Registered Dental Assistant or Orthodontic Assistant License
• X-Ray Certification
• Coronal Polish Certification required
• Current BLS certification
• Sealant Certification, preferred