Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) – TMJ, Sleep, Orthodontics, Implants, and Digital Dentistry
About The Position
We are seeking a multi -specialty Registered Dental Assistant with strong clinical skills across TMJ, sleep apnea therapy, orthodontics, and implant dentistry. This role is for a highly adaptable, tech -savvy, and detail -oriented RDA who can work in a multidisciplinary environment. You will assist in complex restorative, surgical, and orthodontic procedures, manage advanced digital workflows, and capture professional -grade patient records (photography, CBCT, and intraoral scans). The ideal candidate is motivated, organized, and able to support both clinical excellence and an exceptional patient experience.
Requirements
- Active California RDA license in good standing.
- 3+ years of experience in at least two of the following specialties: TMJ therapy, sleep apnea dental devices, orthodontics, implant dentistry.
- Proficient in digital scanning and CBCT imaging.
- Skilled in clinical photography and case documentation.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage complex, multi -step treatment workflows.
- Excellent communication and patient interaction skills.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of airway -focused orthodontics and growth modification appliances.
- Experience with PRF protocols, bone grafting, and occlusal analysis.
- Familiarity with digital design software for orthodontics, splints, and surgical guides.
- Understanding of multidisciplinary treatment planning.
Responsibilities
- Assist chairside in TMJ and orofacial pain diagnostics and treatments(including splints, orthotics, and joint therapy).
- Support sleep apnea patient workflows: records, appliance delivery, adjustments, and patient education.
- Assist in orthodontic cases (clear aligners, fixed appliances, MSE, expanders, bite correction devices).
- Support dental implant surgery and restorative phases.
- Take and pour impressions, fabricate bite splints, and perform adjustments.
- Operate CBCT scanners to acquire and process 3D imaging for TMJ, airway, orthodontic, and implant planning.
- Capture intraoral scans for aligners, occlusal guards, surgical guides, and prosthetic workflows (Trios, iTero, 3Shape, etc.).
- Perform full -face and intraoral photography for diagnostics, case presentation, and lab communication.
- Organize and manage patient records for digital treatment planning.
- Explain procedures and treatment options clearly to patients, building trust and confidence.
- Provide post -op instructions and maintenance guidance for TMJ devices, sleep appliances, orthodontic retainers, and implant prosthetics.
- Support long -term patient follow -up and case monitoring.
- Prepare and maintain operatories and surgical suites to specialty -specific standards.
- Manage specialty instruments and supplies (implant kits, orthodontic tools, TMJ measuring devices, sleep appliance components).
- Maintain compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control standards.
- Coordinate lab cases and digital file transfers.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
51-100 employees
