Registered Dental Assistant Lead (Enterprise) (Manufacturing)

Base pay: $21.00 - $29.92
JOB SUMMARY
The primary function of the Lead Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) is to provide supervision, education, direction, accountability and support the RDAs in the assigned department. They will work closely with the Dental Center Manager to ensure that the back office is running efficiently, and the above needs are met. Specific responsibilities include ensuring that opening and end of day activities are completed as required. They will work with the RDA trainer to ensure staff training needs are met. They will also be responsible for the dental labs, ensuring they are received as indicated and are properly tracked. In addition to the lead duties, the RDA lead will be responsible for supporting dental care delivery by preparing treatment room, patient, instruments, and materials; passing instruments and materials; performing procedures in compliance with the Dental Practice Act.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Monitoring and reinforcing patient comfort
Perform duties as outlined in COMDA allowed for RDA with appropriate supervisory level.
Taking Blood pressure reading
Chart documentation as instructed by provider
Patient education (Hygiene instruction, Post Op instruction) as directed by Dental Provider
Patient health history review and prophylactic coverage status
Completion of Lab RX as instructed by provider
Take Impressions for Diagnostic and Opposing Models
Apply Non-Aerosol and Non-Caustic Topical Agents
Remove Post Extraction and Periodontal dressings
Placement of Elastic Orthodontic Separators
Remove Orthodontic Separators
Hold Anterior Matrices
Remove Sutures
Apply topical Fluoride after Scaling and Polish
Place and remove Rubber Dams.
Place Wedge and remove Matrices.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of current dental principles.
CPR Certificate.
X-Ray License.
Ability to read, write, understand, and spell English and medical terminology correctly.
Basic Computer proficiency in Windows environment
Typing 35 WPM.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent.
Registered Dental Assistant through the Dental Board of CA.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience in Dental care facility.
2 years of supervisory experience.
College Degree.
Sealant Certificate.
Bilingual (Spanish) skills.

BENEFITS
SCHC understands the importance of good health for every employee. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to ensure employees and their families receive the optimal in health care coverage, along with options to meet their needs.

Competitive wages
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
403(b) retirement plan with matching employer contribution
Long-term disability coverage
Life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Supplemental Insurances
Flexible spending account
Paid vacation
Paid sick
Paid holidays
Paid CME time and CME allowance
Employee assistance program
Jury duty pay
Bereavement pay
Prescription discount program
529 college savings plan
Educational reimbursement program
Gym membership discounts
Free subscription based app for meditation and sleep
Free telemedicine service for benefit eligible employees