Pedo RDA

West Coast Dental Services; Artesia (CA); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Career advancement opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

West Coast Dental is seeking a Pediatric Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) in California to support dentists in a fast-paced, family-friendly pediatric practice. You will perform advanced clinical duties under the RDA scope and focus on child and parent patient care.

The role emphasizes pediatric experience, strong communication, and the ability to multitask in a busy setting. X-ray certification and an active RDA license are required, with a collaborative team delivering high-quality care.

Formación

• Active Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license is required.
• X-ray certification is required in California.
• Pediatric dental experience is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced clinical setting.
• Comfortable working with children and families.

Responsabilidades

• Assist the dentist during pediatric procedures using 4-handed dentistry.
• Perform expanded functions allowed under RDA license (e.g., coronal polishing, sealants).
• Take and process dental X-rays.
• Prepare and sterilize instruments and operatories.
• Maintain infection control standards (OSHA, HIPAA).
• Ensure treatment rooms are stocked and ready.
• Maintain accurate patient charts and documentation.
• Assist with patient flow and chair turnover.
• Support front office or coordination tasks when needed.
• Communicate with team members regarding patient care.

Conocimientos

Pediatric patient care

Strong communication

Multitasking

Teamwork

Educación

RDA license (CA)

X-ray certification (CA)

Descripción del empleo

Position Overview

Pediatric Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) – West Coast Dental At West Coast Dental, a Pediatric Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) supports dentists in delivering high-quality care to children in a fast-paced, family-friendly environment. The role blends advanced clinical duties (as a licensed RDA) with patient care focused on children and parents.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Duties (RDA-Level)

• Assist the dentist during pediatric procedures using 4-handed dentistry
• Perform expanded functions allowed under RDA license (varies by state, e.g., coronal polishing, sealants, etc.)
• Take and process dental X-rays
• Prepare and sterilize instruments and operatories
• Maintain infection control standards (OSHA, HIPAA compliance)
• Ensure treatment rooms are fully stocked and ready

These core duties align with West Coast Dental assistant roles, including assisting procedures, sterilization, X-rays, and records management

Patient Care (Pediatric Focus)

• Comfort and manage child patients before, during, and after treatment
• Educate children and parents on oral hygiene and preventive care
• Create a friendly, calm, and positive experience for young patients
• Communicate treatment steps in an age-appropriate way

Pediatric roles emphasize working with children and providing a welcoming environment

Administrative & Support Tasks

• Maintain accurate patient charts and documentation
• Assist with patient flow and chair turnover
• Support front office or coordination tasks when needed
• Communicate with team members regarding patient care

Qualifications

• Active Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license (required)
• X-ray certification (required in California)
• Pediatric dental experience (preferred)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced clinical setting
• Comfortable working with children and families

West Coast Dental listings consistently emphasize certification, teamwork, and pediatric experience

Work Environment

• Pediatric-focused dental office
• High patient volume, team-based workflow
• Emphasis on positive, child-friendly care experience

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Career advancement opportunities

Summary

A Pediatric RDA at West Coast Dental does more than basic assisting—you’re expected to:

• Use licensed clinical skills
• Help manage children’s behavior and comfort
• Keep operations running efficiently in a busy pediatric setting