（Full-time） Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) job at Laguna Summit

What You’ll Do:
• Prepare patients for dental procedures by ensuring comfort and explaining what to expect during their visit.
• Assist the dentist during various dental procedures, including restorative, cosmetic, and surgical treatments.
• Sterilize dental instruments and prepare treatment rooms before and after patient appointments.
• Take dental radiographs (X-rays) as directed by the dentist and ensure all images are of diagnostic quality.
•Update patient records with information about treatments performed, procedures scheduled, and any concerns raised by patients.
• Provide patients with post-treatment care instructions and guidance on oral hygiene and preventive practices.
• Prepare and mix dental materials such as fillings, impressions, and bonding agents as needed for procedures.
• Manage appointment scheduling, patient communications, and maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant work environment, adhering to all infection control protocols

What You’ll Get:

• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Health insurance + employee dental discount

Work Hours:

• Monday to Friday, 6-hour shifts
• 30 hours/week

What You Bring to the Chair:

• RDA or CDA preferred (but we welcome fast-learning new grads too!)
• 1+ year of assisting experience or strong clinical skills
• X-ray, BLS/CPR, and nitrous certifications

• Strong communication and multitasking skills
• Familiarity with Open Dental is a plus