Registered Dental Assistant

PDS Health; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking dental group where you can enhance your skills and make a real impact on patient care. As a Registered Dental Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting dentists and ensuring a positive patient experience. Your responsibilities will include assisting with treatments, maintaining a sterile environment, and educating patients on oral health. This position offers competitive hourly pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a 401K plan. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, apply today!

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Child Care Assistance

401K Plan

Paid Community Volunteer Time

Shift Premium Pay

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; required training courses for certification.
• Certifications/licenses as mandated by state for dental assisting.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist with patient treatment and care.
• Maintain a clean and sterile environment for procedures.
• Instruct patients on postoperative and oral health care.

Skills

Patient Care

Infection Control

Chair-side Skills

X-ray Procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certifications/licenses

Associate Degree or One-Year Certificate

Job description

Now is the time to join Pleasanton Ridge Dental Group and Orthodontics. 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, apply today!

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 include:

1. Assisting the dentist in starting treatment, utilizing x-ray time to promote the qualities of the dentist, and educating patients with intra-oral pictures.
2. Using effective chair-side skills and supporting the dentist’s diagnosis after examinations.
3. Abiding by procedures for compliance with safety regulations, infection control, and permitted duties.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist to gain the patient’s commitment for treatment with urgency.
• Participate in the Perfect Patient ExperienceÔ by focusing on optimal treatment and patient concerns.
• Maintain a clean, sterile, and welcoming environment; prepare patients and assist the doctors.
• Complete x-rays and intra-oral pictures as directed by the dentist.
• Instruct patients on postoperative and oral health care.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment per ADA guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and health regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; required training courses for certification, licensure, or registration.
• Certifications/licenses as mandated by state (e.g., radiograph exposure, ultrasonic scaling, sealant application).
• Associate degree or a one-year certificate from an accredited college or equivalent experience preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and tuition reimbursement.
• Child care assistance.
• 401K plan.
• Paid community volunteer time.
• Shift premium pay for eligible weekend roles.

Compensation: $26.00 - $36.00 per hour.

PDS Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a healthier and happier team.