Registered Dental Assistant

Bernardo Dental Care; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Training & development

Careers Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

A leading dental practice in San Diego, CA is seeking a qualified and caring Registered Dental Assistant to provide exceptional dental care and support. The ideal candidate should be state-licensed as an RDA with at least two years of experience. Responsibilities include welcoming patients, assisting the dentist during procedures, and managing scheduling. If you are friendly, outgoing, and committed to delivering an excellent dental experience, we invite you to apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience as a dental assistant.
• State-licensed as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA).

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients and make them feel comfortable.
• Discuss dental care plans and answer patient questions.
• Take vital signs and record medical history.
• Prepare sterilized equipment for exams and procedures.
• Assist dentist during procedures and exams.
• Schedule appointments.

Skills

Strong computer and data entry skills

Excellent communication skills

Customer service skills

Ability to provide high-quality patient care

Education

Associate’s Degree from a school certified by the Commission on Dental Accreditation

Current Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) state licensure

Current Basic Life Support/CPR certification

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Training & development
• Benefits/Perks
• Careers Advancement Opportunities
• 401K
• Competitive Compensation

Summary

We are seeking a qualified and caring Registered Dental Assistant to join our team! As a Registered Dental Assistant, you will provide top-notch dental care that makes our clients feel like family. You will provide assistance to the dentist during exams and procedures and complete administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments. The ideal candidate is state-licensed as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) and has at least two years of experience. If you’re friendly, outgoing, and committed to creating a fantastic dental experience, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients into the treatment area and make them feel comfortable
• Discuss the dental care plan with patients and answer any questions they have
• Take vital signs and accurately record medical history
• Prep sterilized equipment and make it available to the dentist for exams and procedures
• Assist the dentist during procedures and exams
• Duties include (But are not limited to) taking digital X-rays, fabricating temporaries, taking CT scans/Pano/OPG, impressions, Invisalign, implant-related assisting, whitening procedures, denture-related work, and sterilization. Crossover responsibilities at the front desk included.
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations and office policies
• Schedule appointments

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree from a school certified by the Commission on Dental Accreditation
• Current Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) state licensure
• Previous experience as a dental assistant
• Current Basic Life Support/CPR certification is required
• Strong computer and data entry skills
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to provide high-quality patient care