Overview :
Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) / Orthodontic Assistant (OA)
Summary : The Registered Dental Assistant / Orthodontic Assistant supports orthodontic 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 : $25.96-$34.81 / hour (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, preferred