Dental Assistant, Registered

Location/Org Data : Introduction:

Join a team that's shaping the future of pediatric care. Children’s Hospital Los Angeles is consistently ranked among the top 10 children's hospitals in the nation, delivering world-class care through more than 350 specialized programs and services. Here, world-class experts in medicine, research, and education work together to deliver family-centered care to more than 155,000 patients each year. At CHLA, your work will help build brighter tomorrows for the children and families we serve.

Overview:

Schedule: Monday-Friday

 

Purpose Statement/Position Summary: Under the supervision of a licensed dentist, the Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) provides comprehensive clinical support within the CHLA Division of Dentistry, assisting in pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, oral surgery, prosthodontics, oral pathology, oral medicine, endodontics, and other dental specialties. The Division of Dentistry delivers comprehensive oral healthcare services to infants, children, adolescents, including medically complex patients and those with special healthcare needs. Services include preventive, restorative, surgical, orthodontic, prosthodontic, and emergency dental care provided in both outpatient clinic and operating room settings.

 

Minimum Qualifications/Work Experience:

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Dental Assistant required; pediatric dental experience preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of pediatric dentistry, dental terminology, infection prevention practices, and sterilization procedures preferred.
• Experience obtaining and processing digital dental radiographs, including intraoral, panoramic, cephalometric, and CBCT imaging preferred.
• Experience utilizing electronic dental or medical record systems; Dentrix experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume pediatric healthcare environment.
• Ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including dentists, residents, hygienists, physicians, nurses, Child Life specialists, anesthesia providers, and other healthcare professionals.
• Demonstrated commitment to delivering compassionate, patient- and family-centered care while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
• Working knowledge of and ability to comply with CHLA, OSHA, CDC, HIPAA, and Joint Commission policies, procedures, and standards.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 25 pounds, and perform repetitive clinical tasks as required.
• Orthodontic dental assisting experience strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting multiple orthodontic treatment columns, obtaining orthodontic records, preparing patients for treatment, and assisting with the placement and removal of orthodontic appliances preferred.
• Experience working in a children's hospital, pediatric specialty dental practice, or other pediatric healthcare setting preferred.
• Experience caring for medically complex children and patients with special healthcare needs preferred.
• Experience assisting with operating room procedures and sedation dentistry preferred.
• Experience working within interdisciplinary healthcare teams in a pediatric setting preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills preferred.

• Graduation from an A.D.A. accredited program for dental assistants.
• Licensed by the California State Board of Dental Examiners as a Registered Dental Assistant
• Licensed to take radiographs and to perform Coronal Polishing.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.

Note: exposure to radiation from dental x-ray equipment.

Pay Scale Information: CHLA values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. Final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates who meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates who exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. Posting Range: $47,840.00-$56,576.00 Location/Org Data : Closing:

CHLA is a leader in pediatric and adolescent health, in our community, across the nation, and around the world . As a premier Magnet®-recognized teaching hospital, CHLA offers an environment rooted in learning, collaboration, and compassionate care. . We are home to groundbreaking research, clinical innovation, and a culture that supports personal and professional growth.

Since 1932, CHLA has been affiliated with the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California. Through this partnership and our own enduring mission, we remain committed to creating hope and building healthier futures.

Location/Org Data : EEO Explanation:

At Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, our work matters. And so do each and every one of our valued team members. We consider qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other legally protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. We will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of state and local laws, including the LA City Fair Chance Ordinance and SF Fair Chance Ordinance.

Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodation under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact CHLA Human Resources if you need assistance completing the application process.

Our various experiences, perspectives and backgrounds allow us to better serve our patients and create a strong community at CHLA.