Pediatric Dental Surgery Assistant (RDA)

Blue Cloud Pediatric Surgery Centers; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision and dental insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

401K

PTO

Short and long term disability

Job summary

Blue Cloud Pediatric Surgery Centers is seeking a Registered Dental Assistant to support pediatric and special needs patients during surgical procedures. The role involves scrubbing for surgeries, instrument preparation, sterility, and assisting with patient transfers.

The ideal candidate has an accredited RDA program completion, an active state RDA license, and a current BLS certificate. Prior experience and a patient-focused approach are essential in this fast-paced ambulatory setting.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Completion of an Accredited Dental Assistant Program.
• Current state license to practice as a registered dental assistant.
• One year of RDA experience.
• Current BLS Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentist and anesthesia provider with instruments, sutures, and supplies.
• Prepare for dental surgical cases and maintain stock/inventory.
• Decontaminate and maintain all equipment and rooms between cases.
• Take and check x-ray equipment and ensure image quality.
• Follow CDC guidelines for decontamination and sterilization.
• Provide patient care considering pediatric/adolescent developmental needs.

Skills

Pediatric care

Sterilization procedures

X-ray imaging

Patient transfer

Communication with patients

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Accredited Dental Assistant Program

Current state RDA license

1 year RDA experience

Current BLS certificate

Tools

Dental instruments

X-ray equipment

Sterilization equipment

Job description

Blue Cloud Pediatric Surgery Centers is seeking a Registered Dental Assistant to support pediatric and special needs patients during surgical procedures. The role involves scrubbing for surgeries, instrument preparation, sterility, and assisting with patient transfers.

The ideal candidate has an accredited RDA program completion, an active state RDA license, and a current BLS certificate. Prior experience and a patient-focused approach are essential in this fast-paced ambulatory setting.