Registered Dental Assistant

Who We Are:  The Lodi Dentist is modern dental practices in the heart of Lodi, California, serving our local and surrounding communities (Stockton and Sacramento) for over 30 years.  Our unwavering commitment to our patients is grounded in our shared values of resilience, respect, curiosity and compassion -- which guides all our interactions with team members, patients, partners and vendors.  In our mission to provide exceptional care to our patients, we believe how we get there is as important as the final results.

Who You Are:

• A team player who thrives in a collaborative, supportive environment.
• Someone who excels in clear communication, ensuring that patients feel informed, cared for, and comfortable.
• Adaptable and proactive, willing to take initiative and contribute to a positive team dynamic.
• A professional committed to continuous learning and maintaining the highest standards of care.

If you value working in a fun, engaging environment where you can develop professionally while making a meaningful impact on patient lives, we’d love to hear from you.

Requirements

• Patient Examination and Doctor Support:
• Take impressions, x-rays, and chart notes accurately during patient exams and treatments.
• Oversee zoom bleaching and place buttons for Invisalign.
• Anticipate the needs of the doctor, ensuring a seamless, prepared workflow.
• Use creativity and empathy to ease anxious or timid patients, helping them feel comfortable throughout their visit.
• Office and Patient Management:
• Oversee daily schedules, ensuring a smooth patient flow and minimizing wait times.
• Effectively manage supply inventory and making timely orders.
• Assist with front-office tasks, including gathering consent forms and understanding insurance eligibility.
• Support sterilization and treatment room maintenance to ensure a safe and organized environment.
• Patient Education and Aftercare:
• Promote dental health education and provide aftercare instructions to patients, parents, and guardians.
• Stay up-to-date with all compliance, safety, and licensure requirements to maintain a high standard of care.
• What You’ll Bring:
• X-Ray Certificate and at least one year of experience.
• Strong emotional intelligence, with the ability to manage your own emotions and understand those of others, fostering positive relationships, reducing team stress, and contributing to job satisfaction.
• A genuine passion for serving patients and a commitment to showing up consistently for your team.

What You'll Bring:

• Applicable state DA certifications and licenses.  X-Ray certificate.
• RDA License
• Direct patient care experience of 5 years or more.

Benefits

What We Offer:

• 3 to 4 days a week, 7:45 am until 5:00 pm (Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays required, can possibly offer more hours).
• Up to $25 per hour.
• 401(k) and up to a 4% match.
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Paid Time Off, 7 paid holidays of you work more than 25 hours a week.
• Employee Assistance Program - that connects team members and their families with complimentary, confidential, short-term counseling and advisory services.
• Voluntary benefits like pet insurance, Life Lock and entertainment discounts.
• We have ALL necessary PPE and are following CDC recommended guidelines. Our office is a safe environment.
• Continuing education opportunities.