Registered Dental Assistant

PDS Health; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 43,000; 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

Carroll Canyon Dental Group in San Diego is seeking a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) to support dentists and ensure a smooth patient experience. You will prepare patients, assist with procedures, take x-rays, and educate patients while upholding a clean, sterile environment.

The role offers an hourly wage of $22.00–$30.75, plus benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, PTO, tuition reimbursement, 401K, and more. Join a team dedicated to high-quality dental care.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to high school diploma or GED.
• Certifications/licenses/registrations as mandated by applicable state.
• Associate degree or one-year certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentist to gain patient commitment for best possible treatment with urgency.
• Participate in the Perfect Patient Experience to focus patients on optimal treatment.
• Maintain a clean, sterile environment and prepare patients for treatment.
• Assist doctors and help provide efficient, quality dental treatment.
• At dentist direction, complete x-rays and intra-oral photos as appropriate.
• Instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments, equipment, and operatories per ADA guidelines.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or certificate preferred

Licensure/certification as required by state

Job description

Now is the time to join Carroll Canyon Dental Group. 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,

$22.00-$30.75/Hourly

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.