RDA Dental Assistant: Patient Care & Perks

Image Specialty Partners; Redwood City (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Retirement Savings Plan

Employee discounts on orthodontic care

Job summary

Redwood Smiles / Image Orthodontics in Redwood City, CA, seeks a motivated Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or Dental Assistant (DA) to join our friendly dental team. The ideal candidate will provide essential support to our dental professionals, ensuring a positive and efficient patient experience.

You will assist during procedures, maintain sterile rooms, take X-rays, manage records, and educate patients on oral care.

Qualifications

• Current certification as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or Dental Assistant (DA) in California.
• CPR and First Aid certification required.
• Coronal Polishing certificate highly preferred.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply; previous dental office experience is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with patients and team members.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment; attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during various dental procedures, including examinations, cleanings, fillings, and extractions.
• Prepare and organize the treatment room; ensure instruments are sterile.
• Take dental radiographs (X-rays) per protocols.
• Maintain accurate patient records and treatment plans.
• Ensure infection control and safety procedures, including sterilization and waste disposal.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Assist in inventory management and stocking of supplies.
• Support administrative tasks as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Multi-tasking

Dental software familiarity

Patient care

Education

RDA/DA certification (CA)

Tools

Dental software

Job description

Redwood Smiles / Image Orthodontics in Redwood City, CA, seeks a motivated Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or Dental Assistant (DA) to join our friendly dental team. The ideal candidate will provide essential support to our dental professionals, ensuring a positive and efficient patient experience.

You will assist during procedures, maintain sterile rooms, take X-rays, manage records, and educate patients on oral care.