Pediatric Dental Assistant (DA/RDA) – Patient-Centric Care

Yorba Linda Pediatric Dentistry; Yorba Linda (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Job summary

Yorba Linda Pediatric Dentistry is looking for a dedicated DA/RDA to join our pediatric dental team. You will support clinical operations, assist with procedures, sterilize, and perform coronal polish in a full-time role, Monday-Thursday plus alternating Friday half-day.

The successful candidate will have 2+ years of DA/RDA experience, pediatric experience preferred, and current X-ray and coronal polishing certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years of experience as a DA/RDA in a clinical setting, preferably with pediatric patients.
• Certification in coronal polishing is required.
• Certification in X-ray procedures is required.
• Familiarity with dental terminology, equipment, and infection control practices necessary.
• Ability to operate patient management software; experience with Eaglesoft is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist chairside during pediatric dental procedures including exams, cleanings, and restorations.
• Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and treatment rooms between patients.
• Take dental X-rays (radiographs) following proper safety protocols.
• Document patient records accurately and maintain up-to-date charts in dental software (Eaglesoft familiarity is a plus).
• Perform coronal polish procedures following certification requirements.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of dental terminology, equipment, and procedures to support clinical operations effectively.
• Provide a calm, reassuring presence to help young patients feel comfortable and at ease.
• Support front office and clinical team with scheduling, patient flow, and daily operations as needed.

Skills

DA/RDA experience

Pediatric dentistry

X-ray procedures

Coronal polishing

Eaglesoft

Communication

Patient care

Tools

Eaglesoft

Job description

Yorba Linda Pediatric Dentistry is looking for a dedicated DA/RDA to join our pediatric dental team. You will support clinical operations, assist with procedures, sterilize, and perform coronal polish in a full-time role, Monday-Thursday plus alternating Friday half-day.

The successful candidate will have 2+ years of DA/RDA experience, pediatric experience preferred, and current X-ray and coronal polishing certifications.