RDA I: Community-Health Dental Assistant (Full-Time)

Opendoorhealth; Crescent City (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Del Norte Community Health Center in Crescent City, CA, is hiring a Registered Dental Assistant I to support dentists and hygienists in a patient-centered team. The RDA I will perform chair-side assistance, radiography, sealants, and prep work while adhering to California RDA scope of practice and OSHA standards.

The role requires a high school diploma or accredited dental assistant training (or 15 months experience), CPR, and active RDA registration.

Qualifications

• Ability to promote effective communication between patient and provider.
• Ability to chart patient information accurately.
• Strong interpersonal skills for diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for procedures and assist chair-side.
• Assist dentist with procedures including cleanings, fillings, root canals, crowns, extractions, dentures.
• Take, develop and mount X-rays and manage imaging equipment.
• Provide patient education on dental care and oral hygiene.
• Maintain OSHA compliance and sterilization of operatory.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Dental Assistant training program or 15 months experience

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Del Norte Community Health Center in Crescent City, CA, is hiring a Registered Dental Assistant I to support dentists and hygienists in a patient-centered team. The RDA I will perform chair-side assistance, radiography, sealants, and prep work while adhering to California RDA scope of practice and OSHA standards.

The role requires a high school diploma or accredited dental assistant training (or 15 months experience), CPR, and active RDA registration.