Registered Dental Assistant - RDA

Dental Access Carolina - Charleston; South Carolina; On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

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Job summary

Dental Access Carolina is seeking a Registered Dental Assistant to support its school-based mobile dental program in the Charleston area. The role offers full-time or part-time hours, weekday daytime schedule, and compensation of $18–$22 per hour based on experience and preventive care abilities.

Ideal candidates hold an active RDA credential, current radiography certification, and prophy capabilities, with responsibilities including radiographs, prophylaxis, sterilization, and operating

Qualifications

• Active Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) credential required.
• Current X-ray/radiography certification required.
• Certified prophy capabilities required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dental team in delivering mobile oral healthcare to students in schools.
• Capture diagnostic digital radiographs.
• Deliver preventative prophylaxis cleanings as certified.
• Sterilize instruments and prepare portable dental equipment; guide young patients.

Education

RDA credential

X-ray certification

Prophy capability

Job description

RDA needed for Dental Access Carolina school mobile program ($18-22/hr). Mon-Fri 7:45am-2pm.

Position Summary

Dental Access Carolina is hiring a full-time or part-time Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) for our school-based mobile dental clinic program. Hourly compensation ranges from $18.00 to $22.00 per hour depending on clinical experience and preventative support capabilities.

Key Duties and Clinical Requirements

Applicants must hold an active Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) credential, current X-ray/radiography certification, and certified prophy capabilities. Core duties involve operating mobile dental equipment within elementary, middle, and high schools, conducting preventative prophy care, capturing dental X-rays, and ensuring a gentle, positive clinical experience for pediatric students.

Schedule and Work-Life Balance

This role offers an exceptional weekday routine running Monday through Friday from 7:45 AM to 2:00 PM (dependent on school schedules) with no evenings, no weekends, and predictable daytime hours.

Pay

• $18 - $22 per hour

Pay is based on experience and ability to support preventative care.

Shift & Schedule

• Monday to Friday

Monday through Friday from 7:45 AM to 2:00 PM depending on the school.

Requirements

Certifications: RDA, X-ray certification, and prophy capability are required.

Job Description

Job Overview: Dental Access Carolina is seeking a full-time or part-time Registered Dental Assistant to support our mobile school-based preventative dental program.

Key Responsibilities: Assist the dental team in delivering mobile oral healthcare directly to students across elementary, middle, and high schools. Capture diagnostic digital radiographs, deliver preventative prophylaxis cleanings as certified, sterilize instruments, prepare portable dental equipment, and guide young patients through comfortable treatments.

Work Schedule: Structured weekday schedule operating Monday through Friday from 7:45 AM to 2:00 PM with no evening or weekend commitments. Candidates must possess active RDA registration, current radiography certification, and preventative prophylaxis capability.

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• $90 (awarded to candidates hired through Jobley)

Facility Information

• Name: Dental Access Carolina - Charleston
• Location: 3300 W Montague Ave, North Charleston, South Carolina
• Type: Dental clinic CPR Certification BLS Certification X-ray / Radiography Certification Local Anesthesia Certification Nitrous Oxide Certification Dental Assistant License Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) Certified Orthodontic Assistant (COA) Certified Preventive Functions Dental Assistant (CPFDA) Certified Restorative Functions Dental Assistant (CRFDA) Infection Control License Expanded Functions Dental Assistant Driver's license