Registered Dental Assistant

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Now is the time to join De Zavala Modern Dentistry. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and gain valuable experience, apply today!

Registered Dental Assistants perform a variety of patient care, office, and laboratory duties. The primary role of the Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) is to assist the dentist in gaining the patient’s commitment to the best possible treatment, with urgency. Key duties associated with assisting the dentist in starting treatment include utilizing x‑ray time to promote the good qualities of the dentist, learning the patient’s expectations while educating them with intra‑oral pictures, using effective and anticipatory chair‑side skills, and effectively supporting the dentist’s diagnosis after the examination when the patient asks questions.

The RDA should abide by procedures needed for compliance with state and federal safety regulation, infection control, and permitted duties.

• The primary role is to assist the dentist as necessary to gain the patient’s commitment for the best possible treatment with urgency
• Actively participate in the Perfect Patient Experience by striving to keep patients focused on optimal treatment while attending to their individual needs and concerns
• Maintain a clean, sterile, and cheerful environment; prepare patients for treatment and assist the doctors, enabling efficient, quality dental treatment
• At the direction of the dentist, complete x‑rays and intra‑oral pictures when appropriate
• Instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments, equipment, and operatories in accordance with ADA guidelines
• Maintain strict compliance with State, Federal, and other regulations (e.g., OSHA, WC, Dental Board, HIPAA, ADA, DOL, HR policies)

• High school diploma or GED, and specified state‑mandated training for certification, licensure, or registration
• Required state certifications/licenses/registrations (e.g., coronal polish, radiograph exposure, ultrasonic scaling for orthodontic procedures, pit and fissure sealant application)
• Associate degree or one‑year certificate from an accredited college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
  
  Child care assistance
• 401(k)
• Paid time to volunteer in the local community
• Shift premium pay for eligible weekend work

PDS Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are united in our mission to create healthier and happier team members.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Health Care Provider