Registered Dental Assistant: Elevate Care & Skills

PDS Health; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Child care assistance

401K

Volunteer time

Weekend shift premium

Job summary

Alameda Landing Dentistry in Alameda, CA is seeking a Registered Dental Assistant to support the dentist in delivering high-quality patient care and efficient treatment workflows. You will learn from a team of experienced professionals and contribute to patient education and dental procedures.

The role involves taking radiographs, maintaining sterilization standards, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols while supporting a positive patient experience.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to high school diploma or GED with mandated state certification training.
• State certifications/licenses/registrations as required by the applicable state.
• Associate degree or a one-year certificate or equivalent education; or related experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist to gain patient commitment for the best possible treatment with urgency.
• Participate in the Perfect Patient Experience by addressing patient needs and concerns.
• Maintain a clean, sterile environment and prepare patients for treatment; assist doctors.
• Take x-rays and intra-oral pictures as directed by the dentist.
• Instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and operatory; comply with safety regulations.

Skills

Patient care

Infection control

Chair-side assistance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or certificate

State certifications/licenses

Job description

Alameda Landing Dentistry in Alameda, CA is seeking a Registered Dental Assistant to support the dentist in delivering high-quality patient care and efficient treatment workflows. You will learn from a team of experienced professionals and contribute to patient education and dental procedures.

The role involves taking radiographs, maintaining sterilization standards, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols while supporting a positive patient experience.