Registered Dental Assistant

PDS Health

Visalia (CA)

On-site

USD 28,929 - 40,294

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement

Child care assistance

401K

Volunteer time off

Shift premium pay

Job summary

A dental care provider in California seeks a Registered Dental Assistant to assist dentists and ensure patient comfort. Responsibilities include preparing patients for treatment, conducting x-rays, and maintaining compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, relevant certifications, and a passion for providing excellent patient care. Various benefits such as medical insurance and tuition reimbursement are offered.

Qualifications

Must have certifications mandated by state for RDA practice.
Experience in a dental office preferred.
Knowledge of state and federal regulations.

Responsibilities

Assist the dentist in procedures rapidly.
Participate in creating an optimal patient experience.
Maintain a sterile and welcoming environment.
Complete necessary x-rays as directed by the dentist.
Educate patients on postoperative care.

Skills

Patient care

Infection control

Chair-side assistance

Education on oral health

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or certificate preferred

Tools

X-ray equipment

Job description

Now is the time to join Packwood Creek 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, 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 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 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