What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Dental Assistant- RDA position at HealthDrive?
Overview
About us:
With over 30 years of experience and established industry relationships in senior living environments, HealthDrive is the leading provider of Dental services to residents of communities across the nation. Our talented Dentists are positioned to provide the utmost in patient-centered care, while receiving white gloved, concierge support from our dedicated Provider Support Department.
About the Role:
As a Dental Assistant with HealthDrive, you will assist Dentists in performing assigned clinical and non-clinical duties for the residents of nursing homes, assisted living facilities and long term care facilities. This role requires driving, potentially to more than 1 location per day. You too, will be supported by our dedicated team! Monday though Thursday - no Fridays!
Areas Covered but Not Limited to:
- Philadelphia
- Allentown
- West Chester
- Honey Brook
- Corn Wall
- Warminster
- Richlandtown
Compensation:
$23 - $25 per hour
Responsibilities
- Prepares patients for dental procedures.
- Assists Dentist during dental procedures.
- Sterilizes or disinfects instruments, sets up instrument trays and prepares materials.
- Records treatment information in patient records.
- Provides postoperative instructions prescribed by dentist.
- Assists dentist in the management of medical or dental emergencies.
- Instruct patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs.
- Clean and polish removable appliances.
- Make preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations for mounting study casts.
- Adheres to OSHA guidelines regarding patient care, disposal of materials, and sterilization of equipment on a daily basis.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- One year Dental Assistant experience
- Valid Driver's Licence and clean driving record
- Registered Dental Assistant
- Xray Certification
Salary : $23 - $25