Pedo RDA

Pediatric Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) – West Coast Dental Position Overview At West Coast Dental, a Pediatric Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) supports dentists in delivering high-quality care to children in a fast-paced, family-friendly environment. The role blends advanced clinical duties (as a licensed RDA) with patient care focused on children and parents .

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Duties (RDA-Level) Assist the dentist during pediatric procedures using 4-handed dentistry Perform expanded functions allowed under RDA license (varies by state, e.g., coronal polishing, sealants, etc.) Take and process dental X-rays Prepare and sterilize instruments and operatories Maintain infection control standards (OSHA, HIPAA compliance) Ensure treatment rooms are fully stocked and ready 👉 These core duties align with West Coast Dental assistant roles, including assisting procedures, sterilization, X-rays, and records management Patient Care (Pediatric Focus) Comfort and manage child patients before, during, and after treatment Educate children and parents on oral hygiene and preventive care Create a friendly, calm, and positive experience for young patients Communicate treatment steps in an age-appropriate way 👉 Pediatric roles emphasize working with children and providing a welcoming environment Administrative & Support Tasks Maintain accurate patient charts and documentation Assist with patient flow and chair turnover Support front office or coordination tasks when needed Communicate with team members regarding patient care Qualifications Active Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license (required) X-ray certification (required in California) Pediatric dental experience (preferred) Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to multitask in a fast-paced clinical setting Comfortable working with children and families 👉 West Coast Dental listings consistently emphasize certification, teamwork, and pediatric experience Work Environment Pediatric-focused dental office High patient volume, team-based workflow Emphasis on positive, child-friendly care experience Benefits Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off Career advancement opportunities Summary A Pediatric RDA at West Coast Dental does more than basic assisting—you’re expected to: Use licensed clinical skills Help manage children’s behavior and comfort Keep operations running efficiently in a busy pediatric setting