We are looking for one competent bilingual RDA who will make our new dental clinic a great experience for our patients. You’ll ensure excellent customer service and will be well-organized with great attention to detail. Supportive to the dental providers. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office requirements. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care!
You must be bilingual in English and Spanish and have at least 6 months of experience as a RDA. Starting pay will depend on your experience/certification/education. The pay range posted is based on the new healthcare minimum wage rate coming into effective 2024.
Clinic hours are Mon-Fri for this Mission Viejo clinic.
Job Summary: Registered Dental Assistant performs standard dental assisting techniques in support of the dentist; provides high quality dental care when procedures are within the scope of training; enters data into the Electronic Dental Record (EDR); and completes other maintenance and support tasks as directed. Has in depth knowledge of each procedure, instruments and materials used.
RESPONSIBILITIES
· Registered Dental Assistants must practice within scope of the services permitted by their licensure in the state of California. · Assists dental providers with dental care and administrative duties as directed by supervisors. · Works with dental providers to enhance service options. · Takes X-rays safely and accurately · Competent in assisting in all aspects of general dentistry. · Works well with all providers and other staff members and is a team player. · Can take directions well and act professionally while assisting all dental providers · Has in depth knowledge of all procedure, instruments and materials used for each procedure · Able to set up and clean up after each patient according to the protocol · Competent to process, clean and sterilize the instruments · Participates in cleaning and maintenance of dental equipment (autoclaves, etc) · Able to read patient’s records, provide appropriate consent forms as needed · Able to understand patient’s medical history, medical alerts, allergies and limitations · Maintains current knowledge of each procedure and be able to give post operative instructions as instructed by the provider · Able to use and work with EDR accurately · Follows all safety guidelines indicated for operator and patients during x-ray machine use · Take accurate vital signs including blood pressure · Keep all equipment logs accurately and up to date according to the instructions or as directed · Able to follow a schedule and perform all tasks assigned · Documents patient related information and encounters for compliance and completeness. · Collaborates with the front desk to maintain a balance in the flow of the clinic ·
EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE:
- High School Diploma or GED
- RDA Certification
- Certificate of completion of Dental Radiation Safety in the State of California
- Minimum 6 months of chairside dental assisting experience required
- Bilingual English and Spanish required for both written and verbal communications including dental terminology.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- Works successfully and respectfully with patients of diverse backgrounds and cultures;
- Prior knowledge of EDR and digital X-rays preferred
- Maintains an active BLS certification
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
What do we offer? A competitive salary and a generous benefits package for our full time team members which includes; group Medical, Dental and Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, Basic Life insurance/AD &D, Voluntary Life Options, Long Term Disability, 403b Retirement Plan with employer match, EAP, Global Travel Assistance, Supplemental Accident, Critical Illness and Hospitalization plans offered, CME/Tuition Reimbursement, 10 Paid Holidays, 10 Paid Vacation days and 6 paid Sick days per year.
All qualified candidates will be subject to an employment/criminal background check and must be able to provide proof of required vaccinations which include: TB Test, Annual Flu vaccination, Hep B and MMR. We will provide vaccines to new employee's if needed at no cost.
JOBREQ# 202308RDAMV
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- 403(b) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Bereavement leave
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Family leave
- Flexible spending account
- Free flu shots
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- License reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Loan repayment program
- Malpractice insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid jury duty
- Paid orientation
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Pet insurance
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
License/Certification:
- X-Ray Certification (Preferred)
- Registered Dental Assistant Certificate (Preferred)
Work Location: In person