Registered Dental Assistant

Pacific Dental Services; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A dental service provider is seeking a Registered Dental Assistant in Alameda, California, to assist dentists in providing optimal patient care. This role involves maintaining a sterile environment, aiding in treatment procedures, and ensuring compliance with health regulations. Ideal candidates will possess necessary certifications and a dedication to patient experience.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Child care assistance

401K

Paid time to volunteer

Shift premium pay for weekend work

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, with required state certifications.
• Preference for an associate degree or certificate from a technical school.
• Certifications for coronal polishing, radiography, and other dental procedures are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentist with patient treatment and ensure comfort.
• Perform x-rays and instruct patients on oral care.
• Maintain cleanliness and compliance with dental regulations.

Skills

Patient Care

Sterilization techniques

Compliance with regulations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or equivalent experience

Certifications for dental procedures

Job description

• The primary role of the Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) is to assist the dentist as necessary to gain the patient’s commitment for the best possible treatment with urgency
• Actively participate in the Perfect Patient ExperienceÔ by striving to keep your patients focused on optimal treatment while attending to their individual needs and concerns
• Maintain a clean, sterile, and cheerful environment where your patients feel comfortable; prepare patients for treatment, and assist the doctors - thereby enabling them to provide efficient, quality dental treatment
• At the direction of the dentist, complete x-rays and intra-oral pictures of patients as appropriate
• At the direction of the dentist, instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments, equipment, and operatories in accordance with the American Dental Association guidelines
• Maintain strict compliance with State, Federal, and other regulations, (e.g., OSHA, WC, Dental Board, HIPAA, ADA, DOL, HR policies and practices)

Qualifications

• Equivalent to high school diploma or general education degree (GED), and specified training courses as mandated by state for certification, licensure, or registration
• Certifications / licenses / registrations as mandated by applicable state (e.g. coronal polish, radiograph exposure, ultrasonic scaling for orthodontic procedures, pit and fissure sealant application, etc)
• Associate degree or one-year certificate from an accredited college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Child care assistance
• 401K
• Paid time to volunteer in your local community
• Shift premium pay for eligible roles who work weekends

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Registered Dental Assistant • Alameda, California, US