Registered Dental Assistant I

Join a dynamic and diverse team at LifeLong Medical Care as a Registered Dental Assistant I. The RDA I ensures the smooth flow of procedures performed by dental staff and assists dentist in all phases of dentistry.

Requirements

• Assists dentist(s) chairside in all phases of dentistry.
• Manages patient behavior during treatment.
• Performs all Dental Assistant duties permitted in the State of California Dental Practice Act, including: Operates dental radiographic equipment for the purpose of oral radiology; takes diagnostic quality x-rays, developing and mounting correctly as requested by the dentist(s) as often as needed.
• Performs non-scaling prophylaxis and coronal polishing.
• Applies topical fluoride varnish and/or gel.
• Provides patients with oral hygiene and post-operative instructions following dental procedures.
• Places pit and fissure sealants on permanent dentition.
• Documents treatment and patient information in dental software programs.
• Performs duties using mobile dental equipment.
• Adheres to all OSHA and regulatory sterilization, infection control, and protective barrier guidelines.
• Adheres to all HIPAA regulations in handling patient information.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision (including dependent and domestic partner coverage), generous leave benefits including ten paid holidays, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) retirement savings plan
• Compensation: $24.15 - $24.87/hour