Registered Dental Assistant

Blue Cloud•Pittsburgh, PA

About The Position

Blue Cloud is hiring a part-time Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) to provide chairside and surgical support to dentists and anesthesia providers in a pediatric ambulatory surgery center. The RDA helps prepare treatment and operating rooms, assists during procedures, maintains sterile environments, obtains dental radiographs, and supports efficient clinic operations. The role calls for a patient-focused, detail-oriented professional who can deliver high-quality care in a fast-paced surgical setting and support pediatric and adolescent patients throughout their experience. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Completion of an accredited Dental Assistant program.
Current Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license or certification in the state of practice.
At least one year of RDA experience.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification within 30 days of hire.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification within 90 days of hire.
Successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
Customer/client focus, teamwork orientation, problem-solving and analysis, communication proficiency, learning orientation, ethical conduct, stress management and composure, and discretion.

Nice To Haves

RDA experience in a surgical or specialty dental setting.

Responsibilities

Assist dentists and anesthesia providers during surgical procedures by anticipating and providing instruments, supplies, sutures, and materials.
Prepare operating and treatment rooms by ensuring 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, considering 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 needed 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 accordance with facility policies, manufacturer recommendations, and CDC guidelines.
Monitor inventory, stock clinical supplies, and assist with supply management and ordering.
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.