Orthodontic Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) | Toms River, NJ

Overview

Love seeing kids light up when they see their new smile? Dentistry for Children is looking for an energetic Orthodontic Assistant RDA to help create confident smiles, one happy patient at a time!

You'll be right in the action: prepping patients, assisting with orthodontic procedures, taking radiographs, and keeping records sharp. You'll also coach patients and parents on healthy habits, all in a fun, child-friendly setting where safety and quality come first. Team up with our providers, clinical crew, and front office to keep every visit running smoothly across our clinics.

At Dentistry for Children, every child is treated with compassion, every family feels welcome, and every visit is designed to build a positive relationship with the dentist. We've been caring for New Jersey families for over 40 years, and we're looking for a Registered Dental Assistant to join our team.

At a glance Pay: $31-$33/hour, based on experience Schedule: Monday and Wednesday - Toms River (8:30am-05:00pm) Tuesday and Thursday - Jackson (8:30am-5:00pm) Friday - Howell (8:30am-5:00pm) Location: Toms River NJ, Jackson NJ, Howell NJ What we offer:

• Medical and vision insurance: You're eligible starting the first month after you join.
• Dental coverage: Enjoy this benefit with $0 premium.
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Employee referral program: Earn rewards for bringing talented individuals to our team.
• Big savings, big perks: Enjoy exclusive discounts on everything from restaurants and travel to movies and more.
• Pet insurance: We understand the importance of furry family members too.
• Cutting-edge technology and training: We provide the tools and resources you need to excel in your role.
• Life and disability insurance options
• Keep growing your career with our Education Assistance Program, which helps cover the cost of CE courses, certifications, and advanced degrees.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for orthodontic and dental treatment in a warm, child-friendly way, reviewing charts, medical history, and consent with parents or guardians
• Assist providers chairside with orthodontic procedures, including suctioning, materials, and instrument transfer
• Take high-quality radiographs following certification requirements and radiation safety standards
• Perform coronal polishing and other approved duties within your certification and scope of practice
• Educate patients and parents on orthodontic care, oral hygiene, appliances, and what to expect during treatment
• Keep accurate clinical documentation, charting, and treatment notes

• Sterilize instruments and prepare treatment rooms following OSHA and infection control standards
• Support smooth patient flow by partnering with providers and team members, and travel locally between offices as needed

Where Your Career Can Go Your first job here is just the beginning. As you grow, you can move into roles like:

• Clinical trainer, mentoring the next class of new Dental Assistants
• Office leadership, helping run a practice day to day

With practices across our network, you'll have room to grow without having to start over somewhere new.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved dental assisting program with current New Jersey RDA registration
• Current New Jersey radiology (X-ray) license
• CPR/BLS certification
• Ability to pass an FBI fingerprint background check, which is required for working with children
• Patience, warmth, and a genuine enjoyment of working with kids

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