Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)

Shelby American, Inc.; California; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated Prosthodontic Dental Group as a Registered Dental Assistant, where your skills will enhance patient care and contribute to a thriving dental practice. This role involves assisting with treatment procedures, ensuring patient comfort, and maintaining a clean clinical environment. You'll play a vital part in educating patients on oral hygiene and managing administrative tasks. If you are passionate about patient well-being and thrive in a collaborative environment, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others. Embrace a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion while working in a supportive team atmosphere.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401k retirement savings plan with employer match

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with state-mandated training.
• 1+ year of experience preferred; Registered Dental Assistant is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentist with various treatment procedures and patient care.
• Maintain infection control protocols and manage patient records.

Skills

Patient Care

Infection Control

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Ability to Work in Fast-Paced Environment

Calm Under Stress

Education

High School Diploma or GED

State Mandated Training Courses

Tools

Open Dental Software

Job description

Description

Dr. Brock Hinton is seeking a skilled and dedicated Registered Dental Assistant to join the Prosthodontic Dental Group. As a Registered Dental Assistant, you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional dental care and ensuring a smooth and efficient patient experience. Your expertise and professionalism will contribute to the success of our practice and the overall oral health of our patients.

The Registered Dental Assistant role requires a hard-working individual who can also deliver a comfortable experience for our patients. This role reports to the Owner Doctor. The hourly wage range for this position is $22 - $30 per hour, depending on experience.

If you are a dedicated Registered Dental Assistant with a passion for patient well-being and a commitment to excellence, we encourage you to apply.

What you’ll be accountable for:

1. Clinical Support: Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures, including but not limited to restorative, surgical, exams, and cleanings. Prepare and arrange dental instruments, materials, and medications as needed. Must be able to prepare temporary crowns and bridges.
2. Patient Care: Greet and prepare patients for treatment, ensuring their comfort and answering any questions they may have. Obtain and record patient's dental history and vital signs, and maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
3. Infection Control: Adhere to strict infection control protocols and maintain a clean and organized clinical environment. Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment, as well as maintain compliance with all safety regulations.
4. Radiography: Take and process dental radiographs (X-rays) as per dentist's instructions. Ensure proper patient positioning and radiation safety measures are followed.
5. Educational Support: Instruct patients on oral hygiene practices, post-operative care, and preventive measures. Educate patients on the importance of maintaining good oral health.
6. Administrative Tasks: Manage patient records, update treatment plans, and assist front office with scheduling patient appointments as needed.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement savings plan (401k) with employer match for eligible employees.

Locations/Schedule:

The Prosthodontic Dental Group has three offices around the Sacramento area: Woodland, Fair Oaks, and Yuba City. The ideal candidate would be able to travel between offices as needed, but all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications:

1. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent, and specified training courses as mandated by state for certification, licensure, or registration.
2. Certifications/licenses/registrations as mandated by applicable state.
3. Highly organized and attentive to patients’ needs.
4. Strong attention to detail.
5. Excellent verbal and written communication abilities. Must be able to explain procedures and educate patients.
6. Maintain a neat and professional appearance at all times.
7. Uphold patient confidentiality and exhibit a compassionate and caring demeanor.
8. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment as part of a diverse dental team.
9. Ability to handle stressful situations with a calm and professional demeanor.
10. 1+ year experience.
11. Registered Dental Assistant preferred, but Dental Assistants are also encouraged to apply.
12. Open Dental experience a plus.
13. Prosthodontic office experience a plus.

Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI)

Mosaic Dental Collective is committed to growing and celebrating our diverse, people-powered culture. We embrace and encourage the many varied, wonderful differences that our workforce embodies. Together we cultivate human connections that empower each of us to bring our authentic and unique selves to work every day. We expect that Mosaic Dental Collective employees treat each other with respect, seek to understand our differences, and work to find commonalities, building up our Mosaic community as one team.

Work Environment

• This position operates in an office environment which includes working with and operating phones, computers, fax machines, copiers, and other office equipment. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, stand, sit, bend, stoop, reach, carry, use hands, and eyes. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
• Location: Fair Oaks, CA (Occasional travel to Yuba City and Woodland).
• Reports To: Owner Doctor.
• Department: Back Office.
• FLSA Status: Non-exempt.

Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the Registered Dental Assistant position. It is not exhaustive and may be subject to change or modification to meet the needs of the dental practice.