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Keith Komatsu DDS

Dental assistant

Redondo Beach, CA

$20 - $27/hr

Dental Assistant (RDA/CDA/DA) Employment Type: Full-Time Hourly Rate: $20-27 (Based on Experience) Title Dental assistant We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Dental Assistant (RDA/CDA/DA ...

Staff Seekers, Inc.

RDH (T/TH)

Costa Mesa, CA

$43 - $54/hr

RDA - Full time QUALITIES OF CANDIDATE: 100% customer servie oriented EXPERIENCE: OTHER: Pay Range Type:Hourly Pay Range Min: 48.00 Pay Range Max: 48.00 Job Title:RDH (T/TH)

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What is a full time registered dental assistant (RDA)?

Full Time RDAs are Registered Dental Assistants who work full-time hours, typically 35-40 hours per week, in dental offices or clinics. They assist dentists during procedures, take x-rays, prepare patients, sterilize instruments, and manage patient records. As licensed professionals, RDAs are essential members of the dental care team, ensuring efficient and safe dental practices. Full-time employment may offer benefits such as health insurance, paid time off, and opportunities for professional growth.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a full time registered dental assistant (RDA)?

To thrive as a Full Time Registered Dental Assistant, you need a solid background in dental procedures, infection control, and patient care, usually supported by completion of an accredited dental assisting program and current RDA certification. Familiarity with dental software, digital x-rays, and sterilization equipment is typically required. Strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a team setting are valuable soft skills. These competencies ensure safe, effective dental care and a positive patient experience in a busy dental practice.

What are common challenges faced by a full time registered dental assistant (RDA) in a busy dental practice?

As a Full Time RDA, you may often encounter challenges such as managing a fast-paced schedule, assisting multiple dentists, and balancing administrative duties with patient care. It’s common to handle overlapping appointments and unexpected changes, which requires strong organizational skills and adaptability. Effective communication with both the dental team and patients is crucial for maintaining workflow and ensuring a positive experience for everyone involved. Additionally, staying current with infection control protocols and new dental technologies is essential for success in this role.

What is the difference between Full Time Rda vs Part Time Rda?

AspectFull Time RdaPart Time Rda
Work HoursTypically 35-40 hours per weekLess than 30 hours per week
CertificationsRequiredRequired
Work EnvironmentDental offices, clinicsDental offices, clinics
Job ResponsibilitiesFull scope of dental assisting dutiesAssisting duties, may be limited

Full Time Rda positions usually involve standard full-week hours and comprehensive assisting duties, while Part Time Rda roles offer more flexible schedules with fewer hours. Both roles require the same certifications and work in similar environments, but the commitment level differs.

What cities near Bellflower, CA are hiring for Full Time Rda jobs?

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Register Dental Assistant

South Central Family Health Cent

Los Angeles, CA

$51K - $59K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 6 hours ago

Job description

Description

Title: Registered Dental Assistant 

Base Salary Range: $51,541 - $59,097 plus benefits

FTE: Full-time, Non-Exempt


Seeking for a skilled and dedicated Register Dental Assistant who wants to make a difference in our community. We want to hear from you if you thrive in a fast-paced, caring, and compassionate environment! 


Our Mission: The Mission of South Central Family Health Center is to improve the quality of life for the diverse Community of inner city Los Angeles by providing affordable and comprehensive health care and education in a welcoming and multicultural environment. To lead the way in health care in South Los Angeles, as the premier provider and employer of choice offering comprehensive, high quality, affordable, efficient and culturally responsive services.


General Summary:  The Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) will provide basic supportive dental procedures under the supervision of a licensed dentist and will assist the dentist. The RDA will prepare materials and equipment for treatment and have the patient ready for the dentist. The ideal candidate will have to perform some of the following essential duties.

  • Prepare treatment room for patient
  • Provides instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to treatment area; positioning instruments for dentist's access; suctioning; passing instruments
  • Provides materials by selecting, mixing, and placing materials on instruments and in the patient's mouth.
  • Provides diagnostic information by exposing and developing radiographic studies, pouring, trimming, and polishing study casts
  • Expose dental diagnostic x-rays
  • Ensure the health history is updated 
  • Educates patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
  • Ensure operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; call for repairs, when necessary
  • Fabricates temporary restorations or custom impressions from preliminary impressions.
  • Makes preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations for mounting study casts. 
  • Act in accordance with those set forth, per the applicable State's Dental Auxiliaries.
  • Clean each operatory in accordance with the American Dental Association guidelines.

Qualifications Licensure and Certifications:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required
  • Successfully complete California Board-approved courses in radiation safety and coronal polishing,
  • Graduate from a California Board-approved RDA educational program
  • Licensure as an RDA to the Dental Board of California 
  • Current BLS Certification required

Experience:

  • Must have a minimum of 1 to 3 years of experience working as RDA or CDA

Skills and Abilities:

  • Effectively communicate, in English, both verbally and written. 
  • Require knowledge of dental/office equipment, and dental/medical terminology
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and project management skills
  • Bilingual and Bi-literate English/Spanish preferred

Top benefits or perks: As a team member at South Central Family Health Center, you'll enjoy competitive wages and generous benefits:

  • Benefits: Health care, dental, life insurance
  • 403 (b) Retirement plan
  • Education Reimbursement
  • Career development: Entry-level employees have opportunities to work in management, HR or other areas of the company 

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