Registered Dental Assistant

PDS Health; Lincoln (CA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance.

Paid time off.

Tuition Reimbursement.

Child care assistance.

401K.

Paid time to volunteer in your local社区

Shift premium pay for weekend work.

Job summary

PDS Health is seeking a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) to support dentists in delivering high-quality dental care. The role emphasizes patient comfort, efficient treatment delivery, and adherence to sterile practices.

Responsibilities include assisting with treatments, taking X-rays as directed, educating patients on oral health, and maintaining compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, ADA and other regulations. A high school diploma or GED with state certification is required.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to high school diploma or GED with state-mandated certification or licensure.
• Certifications/licenses/registrations as mandated by state (e.g., coronal polish, radiograph exposure, ultrasonic scaling).
• Associate degree or one-year certificate from an accredited college or technical school; or equivalent education/experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentist to gain patient commitment for optimal treatment.
• Maintain a clean, sterile and cheerful environment for patients.
• Prepare patients for treatment and assist doctors for efficient, quality care.
• Take and process x-rays and intra-oral pictures as directed by the dentist.
• Instruct patients on post-operative and general oral health care as directed.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments, equipment and operatories per ADA guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with State and Federal regulations (OSHA, HIPAA, ADA, etc.).

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or 1-year certificate from college/technical school

Tools

Radiograph exposure

Job description

Responsibilities

• 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 Experience 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 post‑operative 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.

Benefits

• 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.

Compensation Information

$23.00-$32.25 / Hourly

Equal Opportunity Employer

PDS Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are united in our mission to create healthier and happier team members.