Registered Dental Assistant - RDA - Palmdale

HealthCare Talent; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Registered Dental Assistant in Palmdale, CA. The role involves assisting dentists, managing patient flow, and ensuring compliance with dental protocols. The position promises growth opportunities and offers competitive pay along with excellent benefits, including medical, dental, and 401(k).

Benefits

Health benefits

401(k)

PTO

Sick time

Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Valid license as a Registered Dental Assistant in CA.
• 1 year of Registered Dental Assistant experience.
• Certifications required: CPR/BLS, X-Ray, and others.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentist chair side during patient treatment.
• Prepare operation procedures and maintain dental equipment.
• Perform front office duties as needed.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Sterilization

Inventory Control

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Dental Assistant Certification

CPR/BLS Certification

Coronal Polishing Certification

X-Ray Certification

Pit and Fissure Sealants (within 60 days)

Job description

HealthCare Talent is now a division of Cross Country Healthcare.

Bridging the gap between your dreams and your current healthcare position.

Registered Dental Assistant - RDA - Palmdale

Location : Palmdale, CA

Job Type : Direct

Reference Code : AV Float - Palmdale HB

Required Years of Experience : 1

Required Education : High School diploma or GED

Job Industry : Healthcare - Health Services

Job Description :

Registered Dental Assistant - RDA

Palmdale, CA

Youmusthave the following qualifications to be considered:

• Valid license as a Registered Dental Assistant in CA
• Certifications:Dental Assistant Certification, Coronal Polishing, X-Ray, CPR/BLS through AHA & Pit and Fissure Sealants (will be required within 60 days upon the date of hire)
• High School or GED certificate required
• Years of experience: minimum of 1 year of Registered Dental Assistant experience

The Registered Dental Assistant assists the dentist(s) in providing primary care services to patients at the clinic as well as for sterilization, preparation, and inventory control of dental instrument supplies.

Schedule: Monday -Friday, and 1-2 Saturdays per month at Palmdale and may float to Lancaster as requested

• If you are booked for a Saturday, you will have 1 weekday off

Pay Rate: $22.00 - $28.00 (Depending on years of experience and knowledge)

Responsibilities:

• The Registered Dental Assistant serves as dentist chair side assistant
• Assist patients in resolving minor difficulties, answering their questions and giving directions to patients as authorized by dentist
• Prepares operation procedure for patient treatment as per Dental department protocols or directions
• Completion of dental radiographs in accordance with state regulations and law
• Maintains all Dental Department equipment in accordance with manufacturer's directions
• Maintains a list of Dental Department patients, monitors patient flow, and assist dental director, dental hygienist in assuring that all patient records are documents are filed correctly
• Receives and places necessary telephone calls consistent with a professional manner
• May be required to preform front office duties such as: Scheduling, confirming appointments, verify insurance, check patients in and out, collect co-pay, and manage balance due

Why us?

Great health benefits, team environment, and growth opportunities!

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO, sick time, and more!