Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) - Orthodontics

Overview:

Registered Dental Assistant - Orthodontics

Summary: The Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) supports dental/orthodontice care delivery by preparing treatment rooms, patients, instruments, and materials; passing instruments and materials; performing procedures in compliance with the Dental Practice Act.

Pay Range: $21.83-$29.23/hr (based on experience)

At CHOICE Healthcare Services, our mission is to provide everyone access to the healthcare they need. CHOICE is the largest provider of pediatric dental care in the Southwest United States, and we pride ourselves on delivering high quality care to children in our communities.

What we provide to you as a CHOICE teammate:

Care for your wellbeing and work-life balance

Professional and personal growth

Experienced leadership support

Fun and supportive team dynamic with events and celebrations

Comprehensive benefit package

Responsibilities:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Assists the doctor in procedures

Operated x-ray equipment and takes x-rays

Prophy teeth

Instructs patients on oral hygiene

Chart and treatment plan with doctor

Sterilizes instruments

Setup and prepares rooms for hygiene and treatment

Take IO's

Charting

Sealants, if applicable

Qualifications:

Education and/or Experience:

Certification from a dental college OR 3+ months related experience and/or training OR Equivalent combination of education and experience, preferred

BIlingual in Spanish, preferred

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

California Registered Dental Assistant or Orthodontic Assistant License

X-Ray Certification

Coronal Polish Certification required

Current BLS certification

Sealant Certification

Permanent