Pediatric RDA: Compassionate Chairside Dental Pro

Viacare Community Health Center; California; On-site; USD 38,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Via Care Community Health Center in California seeks a dedicated Registered Dental Assistant to support dentists and hygienists, performing chair-side assistance, radiographs, and routine clinical duties under supervision. This entry-level role offers growth in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Under the Dental Director or CMO, you will sterilize equipment, manage supplies, maintain records, and assist with scheduling and billing while adhering to OSHA and radiation safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• CODA-accredited dental assistant program completed.
• Current California RDA certification is required.
• BLS certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair-side assistance to dentists during procedures.
• Prepare, sterilize, and organize dental supplies and equipment.
• Take and develop dental radiographs following safety protocols.
• Maintain dental records and assist with monthly reporting.
• Order and manage inventories of clinic supplies.
• Answer phones, schedule appointments, and assist with billing.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CODA-accredited dental assistant program

Current California RDA certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Tools

Radiography equipment

Dental records software

Sterilization equipment

Job description

Via Care Community Health Center in California seeks a dedicated Registered Dental Assistant to support dentists and hygienists, performing chair-side assistance, radiographs, and routine clinical duties under supervision. This entry-level role offers growth in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Under the Dental Director or CMO, you will sterilize equipment, manage supplies, maintain records, and assist with scheduling and billing while adhering to OSHA and radiation safety protocols.