Registered Dental Assistant

PDS Health; Rancho Cucamonga (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Child care assistance

401K

Volunteer time to community

Weekend shift premium

Job summary

The Dental Office of Rancho Cucamonga is hiring a Registered Dental Assistant to support the dentist and help patients commit to the best possible treatment with urgency.

You will participate in the Perfect Patient Experience, maintain a clean and sterile environment, and assist with radiographs and patient education under the dentist's direction.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to high school diploma or GED with mandated state certifications or registrations.
• Certifications/licenses/registrations as mandated by the state for dental assistants.
• Associate degree or 1-year certificate from an accredited college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist to gain patient commitment for the best treatment with urgency.
• Participate in the Perfect Patient Experience by focusing on optimal treatment and attending to patient needs.
• Maintain a clean, sterile, and cheerful environment; prepare patients and assist doctors for efficient treatment.
• Complete x-rays and intra-oral pictures as directed by the dentist.
• Instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care as directed.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments, equipment, and operatories per ADA guidelines.
• Ensure strict compliance with State, Federal, and other regulations (OSHA, HIPAA, ADA, etc).

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or 1-year certificate

State licensure/certifications for dental assistants

Job description

Now is the time to join The Dental Office of Rancho Cucamonga. 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,

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 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

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

$22.00-$30.75 / Hourly

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