Registered Dental Assistant Full Time
Stockton, CA - USA
Job Summary
NOW HIRING
Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) - FT
ABOUT US
Blue Cloud is the nations largest pediatric Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) company specializing in dental restorative and exodontia procedures for pediatric and special needs patients under general anesthesia. As a mission-driven organization we are committed to providing safe high-quality and accessible care while helping reduce costs for families and payors.
Blue Clouds ASC-based model offers an exceptional working environment supported by a close-knit surgical team of Dentists Anesthesiologists Registered Nurses Dental Assistants and other dedicated healthcare professionals. We would welcome the opportunity to discuss these positions in greater detail and explore how Blue Cloud can become a meaningful part of the important work you do.
OUR VISION & VALUES
At Blue Cloud our vision is to be the leader in safety and quality for pediatric dental patients receiving care in a surgery center environment. Our core values guide the decisions of our talented team every day shaping how we care for our patients support their families and work together toward achieving that vision.
- We cheerfully work hard.
- We are individually empathetic.
- We keep our commitments.
ABOUT YOU
You demonstrate a strong work ethic a positive attitude and a genuine commitment to delivering exceptional patient care. You thrive in a fast-paced team-oriented environment and are dedicated to supporting a culture of collaboration professionalism and excellence. You value working alongside others to ensure every patient receives the highest quality care and service throughout their experience with the Surgery Center.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) plays an integral role in supporting the clinical and surgical team by assisting with the preparation treatment and care of patients undergoing dental procedures. Working under established policies and clinical protocols the RDA performs both routine and delegated patient care duties provides chairside and surgical assistance to dentists and helps ensure the efficient operation of the surgery center. Responsibilities include preparing treatment and operating rooms sterilizing instruments maintaining equipment and inventory and contributing to a safe organized and patient-centered environment. The RDA works closely with dentists nurses and other clinical staff to deliver exceptional care and promote positive patient outcomes.
Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist dentists and anesthesia providers during surgical procedures by anticipating and providing necessary instruments supplies sutures and materials.
- Prepare operating and treatment rooms by ensuring all equipment instruments and supplies are available and ready for scheduled procedures.
- Maintain familiarity with surgical procedures and individual provider preferences to support efficient clinical workflow.
- Provide age-appropriate care and support for pediatric and adolescent patients taking into account developmental psychosocial and communication needs.
- Assist with patient positioning and safe transfers before during and after procedures.
- Obtain diagnostic dental radiographs and ensure x-ray equipment is properly maintained and operational.
- Prepare and mix dental materials including cements and other products required for patient treatment.
- Operate suction devices air/water syringes and other dental assisting equipment during procedures.
- Ensure specimens are properly labeled and transferred to the RN Circulator according to established protocols.
- Clean disinfect sterilize and maintain instruments equipment and treatment areas in compliance with facility policies manufacturer recommendations and CDC guidelines.
- Monitor inventory levels stock clinical supplies and assist with supply management and ordering activities.
- Clean restock and prepare treatment and operating rooms between cases and at the end of each day.
- Assist with operating room turnover to support efficient patient flow and scheduling.
- Support emergency response efforts as directed by licensed clinical staff.
- Perform front office and Patient Service Coordinator duties as assigned including patient reception scheduling support and customer service functions.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Completion of an accredited Dental Assistant program required.
- Current Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license/certification in the state of practice required.
- Minimum of one year of RDA experience preferably in a surgical or specialty dental setting.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required within 30 days of hire.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required within 90 days of hire.
- Successful completion of pre-employment background check and drug screening required.
COMPETENCY
- Customer / Client Focus
- Teamwork Orientation
- Problem Solving / Analysis
- Communication Proficiency
- Learning Orientation
- Ethical Conduct
- Stress Management / Composure
- Discretion
BENEFITS & COMPENSATION
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Health Savings Accounts (HSA) disability insurance and a variety of voluntary benefit options.
- Competitive 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program to support work-life balance.
- Hourly Pay Range: $24 - $27
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Blue Cloud is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable federal state and local laws we provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age ancestry citizenship color family or medical care leave gender identity or expression genetic information immigration status marital status medical condition national origin physical or mental disability political affiliation protected veteran or military status race ethnicity religion sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Blue Cloud is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. Applicants who require assistance or accommodation may request support during the application process.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
Blue Cloud Pediatric Surgery Centers specialize in pediatric dentistry and oral surgery under general anesthesia for pediatric and special needs patients.