Registered Dental Assistant - Full Time

Blue Cloud•Dallas, TX

16d

About The Position

Blue Cloud Pediatric Surgery Centers, LLC is seeking a Registered Dental Assistant passionate about serving pediatric and special needs patients, including children and adults. The role assists with nursing care and preparation of surgical patients by performing routine and delegated duties in accordance with standards and policies. The RDA scrubs for surgical procedures, cleans instruments and rooms, monitors inventory, stocks operating rooms, and works closely with dentists to provide excellent patient care. Front desk duties and Patient Service Coordinator responsibilities are also part of this position.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Completion of an accredited Dental Assistant program.
Current state license to practice as a Registered Dental Assistant.
One year of RDA experience.
Current BLS Certificate.
Background and drug screening required.

Responsibilities

Assist and anticipate the needs of the dentist and anesthesia provider for instruments, sutures, sponges, and supplies according to the technique, procedure, and special requirements.
Prepare for dental surgical cases by selecting supplies and equipment, ensuring necessary items are available, and maintaining inventory and the stock room.
Become familiar with procedures performed and understand dentist preferences.
Provide age-appropriate care for pediatric and adolescent patients, considering developmental and psychosocial needs, environmental safety, education, communication style, and level of understanding.
Assist with transferring patients from bed to gurney.
Decontaminate and maintain equipment, instruments, and supplies, and clean surgical rooms between cases and at the end of the schedule as directed by the procedure and assigned RN.
Follow surgery center, manufacturer, and CDC guidelines for decontamination and sterilization.
Take x-rays and clean and check x-ray equipment.
Mix cement and other materials as required.
Handle suction handpieces and air/water syringes.
Ensure specimens are delivered to the RN Circulator in the room.
Stock and clean rooms between cases and at the end of the schedule.
Assist with operating room turnover.
Assist with emergency care as directed.
Perform front desk duties and Patient Service Coordinator responsibilities.