Registered Dental Assistant RDA Lakewood

Children's Happy Teeth & Happy Braces; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to creating positive dental experiences for children! As a Registered Dental Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring that young patients feel safe and comfortable during their visits. Your responsibilities will include assisting the dentist, educating families on oral hygiene, and utilizing behavior modification techniques to ease children's anxiety. This full-time position offers a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on children's lives. If you have a genuine passion for working with children and want to contribute to their healthy smiles, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Professional development opportunities

Meaningful impact on children's lives

Competitive salary and benefits

Team bonus

Qualifications

• Valid RDA certification is essential for this role.
• Experience in pediatric dentistry is preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during procedures and manage patient anxiety.
• Educate families about oral hygiene and preventive care.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Behavior Modification Techniques

Child Psychology Knowledge

Education

Registered Dental Assistant Certification

Pit & Fissure Sealant Certification

Job description

About Us:
At Children's Happy Teeth & Happy Braces, we are dedicated to creating a positive dental experience for children and their families. Our team is passionate about promoting oral health and providing compassionate dental care. We believe that every child deserves a bright and healthy smile!

Position Overview:
We are seeking a friendly and compassionate Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) to join our pediatric dental team. The ideal candidate must be dependable and have a genuine passion for working with children and their families. This role is vital in creating a nurturing environment where children feel safe and comfortable during their dental visits.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Assist the dentist during examinations and procedures, ensuring a smooth workflow.
2. Educate parents and children about oral hygiene practices and the importance of regular dental visits.
3. Utilize behavior modification techniques to help manage children's anxiety and ensure cooperative behavior during procedures.
4. General Patient Charting and Documentation.
5. Maintain a clean and organized clinical environment, adhering to infection control protocols.

Qualifications:

1. Valid Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) certification.
2. Experience in a pediatric dental setting is preferred but not required.
3. Pit & Fissure Sealant Certification.
4. Strong interpersonal skills and a genuine love for working with children.
5. Knowledge of behavior modification techniques and child psychology is a plus.
6. Ability to communicate effectively with both children and parents.
7. A proactive advocate for oral health education and preventive care.

What We Offer:

1. A supportive and friendly team environment.
2. Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
3. A chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and their families.
4. Competitive salary and benefits package.
5. Full Time Position with Team Bonus.

If you are enthusiastic about creating a positive dental experience for children and their families, we would love to hear from you!