Registered Dental Assistant

UNAVAILABLE; Moreno Valley (CA); Vor Ort; USD 30.000 - 42.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401K

Volunteer time off

Zusammenfassung

Moreno Valley Modern Dentistry in Moreno Valley, CA is hiring a Registered Dental Assistant to support the dentist, take x-rays, and educate patients while maintaining a clean, compliant practice.

You will join a team focused on patient care, infection control, and timely treatment, with opportunities for learning and growth in a busy dental office.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or GED required; state-m mandated certification/licensure
• Certifications/licensure as mandated by state (e.g., radiograph exposure, etc)
• Associate degree or 1-year certificate or equivalent experience preferred

Aufgaben

• Assist dentist to gain patient commitment for best treatment with urgency
• Prepare patients for treatment and assist doctors to enable efficient, quality care
• Take x-rays and intra-oral pictures as directed by dentist
• Instruct patients on postoperative and oral health care
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and operatories according to ADA guidelines
• Adhere to state and federal regulations (OSHA, HIPAA, ADA, DOL, HR policies)

Kenntnisse

Chair-side skills

X-ray operation

Patient education

Infection control

Ausbildung

GED/High School Diploma

Associate degree or certificate (preferred)

Tools

Radiography equipment

Intra-oral camera

Jobbeschreibung

Description

Now is the time to join Moreno Valley Modern Dentistry. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and gain valuable experience,

Overview

Registered Dental Assistants perform a variety of patient care, office, and laboratory duties. The primary role of the Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) is to assist the dentist in gaining the patient’s commitment to the best possible treatment, with urgency. Key duties associated with assisting the dentist in starting treatment include: utilizing x-ray time to promote the good qualities of the dentist, learning the patient’s expectations while educating them with intra-oral pictures, using effective and anticipatory chair-side skills, and effectively supporting the dentist’s diagnosis after the examination when the patient asks questions. The RDA should abide by procedures needed for compliance with state and federal safety regulation, infection control, and permitted duties.

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 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

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

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

Salary Information

$22.00-$30.75 / Hourly