Description

GENERAL PURPOSE:

The Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) is responsible for performing all duties of a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) and other functions legally allowed in the state of California.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

1. Duties with general supervision:

1. Mouth mirror inspecting oral cavity, to include charting of obvious lesions, existing restorations and missing teeth
2. Placement and removal of temporary sedative dressings

1. Duties with direct supervision:

1. Perform pulp test
2. Sizes stainless steel crowns, temporary crowns and bands
3. Placements of post-extractions and periodontal dressing
4. Coronal polishing if certified by the state
5. Sealants placement, if certified by the state
6. Other Duties assigned by Supervisor
7. Flexibility to work at other Ampla Health sites as needed

QUALITIES & CHARACTERISTICS:

1. Maintains a professional relationship and positive attitude with co-workers, the public, patients and all Ampla Health’s staff, Board of Directors and vendors
2. Maintains the highest professional ethics and is honest in dealing with people; is a model for all employees through his/her actions
3. Strive to learn more and is receptive to learning new challenges and opportunities
4. Displays enthusiasm toward the work and the mission of Ampla Health
5. Maintains excellent attendance and punctuality
6. Readily adapts to change and can think outside the box

PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

1. Valid California RDA license
2. Current CPR card
3. Valid X-ray certificate
4. Ability to perform duties based on the attached performance evaluation factors
5. Demonstrate clear knowledge of Ampla Health’s clinic structure, standards, procedures and protocols
6. Ability to navigate through several different systems

COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS:

1. Must have neat and legible handwriting
2. Must be able to type accurately with proper verbiage and grammar
3. Must be able to interact with patients courteously and calmly
4. Demonstrate active and focused listening skills
5. Ability to communicate well with the public

Qualifications