RDA - Maxillofacial Surgery Support & Patient Care

Job Summary As a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA), you will be a member of the Head & Neck Surgery/Maxillofacial Surgery team, providing direct support to providers and to the HNS/MFS operation under the direct supervision of dentists. Your primary role will enhance provider‑patient interactions through specialized knowledge and skilled procedures in the Maxillofacial Surgery specialty. The RDA will also support department operations with clerical services such as making appointments, scheduling surgical procedures, taking messages, registering patients, and other tasks to maximize flexible operations within the department. Essential Responsibilities Under the general and/or direct supervision of the dentist as permitted in scope of practice, the RDA: Rooms and prepares patients for examination. Operates radiographic equipment, exposes radiographs, takes photographs. Removes arch wires, sutures and ligature ties. Takes bite registrations for diagnostic models for case study, takes impressions for diagnostic and opposing models and sports guards. Makes surgical splints and diagnostic casts (alginates). Places and/or removes post‑extraction and periodontal dressings. Completes mouth mirror examination of the oral cavity, including documenting missing teeth, lesions, and existing restorations. Takes intra‑oral measurements for orthodontic procedures. Applies non‑aerosol and non‑caustic topical agents and/or fluoride. Makes and cancels appointments. Obtains and prepares the appropriate medical information (records, files, forms, diagnostic results) for the provider. Records relevant medical information for the provider (i.e., assessments, plans, interventions, and spectacles). Completes forms and other necessary data entry. Documents concise and relevant histories in the medical record. Prepares lab, x‑ray, and other requisitions as needed. Labels specimen and pathology request forms. Logs procedures in the appropriate logbook. Sets up and assists with minor dental and maxillofacial surgical procedures, as needed by setting up supplies, handling instruments, etc. Anticipates provider needs (preparation of supplies, instruments, and equipment). Cleans (changing cleaning solutions, as needed), wraps, labels, and re‑stocks instruments. Maintains equipment and orders/stocks supplies. Orders and maintains inventory par levels of supplies, forms, medications, etc. as needed. Keeps work area clean. Calls patients with messages from providers and documents disposition. Documents, updates, and processes records relating to provider appointments. Performs surgical scheduling functions, as needed. Performs other related duties as necessary. Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Basic Qualifications Experience: Twelve (12) months satisfactory work experience as a dental assistant in California. Education: High School Diploma/GED. License, Certification, Registration: N/A. Additional Requirements: Must successfully complete PARRS II and KP HealthConnect training. Good verbal and written communication skills, including legible handwriting. Ability to read, comprehend, and follow simple instructions in English. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in teams. Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications: N/A. External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr