Position Type: Full-Time / Part-Time
Compensation: $28.00 – $38.00 / hour (Dependent on RDAEF licensing tier, experience, and certifications)
About Smile Quest Dental
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Smile Quest Dental, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, top-tier dental care to the Rocklin community. Our practice utilizes state-of-the-art technology-including iTero® digital scanners, CBCT imaging, CEREC same-day crowns, and dental lasers-to deliver a seamless experience for our patients. We pride ourselves on a welcoming, collaborative team culture that values excellence and continuous professional growth.
Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled, detail-oriented, and patient-focused Registered Dental Assistant with Extended Functions (RDAEF / RDAEF2) to join our growing clinical team. In this role, you will work alongside our dentists to deliver comprehensive care, perform expanded clinical procedures, and ensure our patients enjoy a comfortable, stress-free visit.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical & Extended Functions
Perform restorative expanded functions within the California Dental Board scope of practice (e.g., placing, contouring, and finishing restorations, taking final impressions, placing cord, and fitting/testing restorations).
Take digital intraoral scans (iTero®), digital X-rays, and 3D CBCT images.
Assist dentists in four-handed dentistry across various procedures, including general, cosmetic, restorative, and surgical care.
Fabricate, adjust, and cement provisional/temporary crowns and bridges.
Apply pit and fissure sealants, topical fluoride, and topical anesthetics.
Administer coronal polishing and patient oral hygiene instruction.
Patient Care & Workflow
Prepare, sterilize, and disinfect treatment rooms and clinical instruments according to OSHA and CDC guidelines.
Review medical histories, take vital signs, and prepare patients for treatment.
Clearly explain treatment plans, post-operative care, and preventive procedures to patients.
Maintain accurate patient records and treatment notes in the practice management software.
Qualifications & Skills
License: Active California RDAEF (or RDAEF2) license in good standing.
Certifications:
Active CPR/BLS certification.
California Dental Radiation Safety (X-ray) certification.
Coronal Polish and Pit & Fissure Sealant certifications.
Experience: Minimum of 1–2 years of clinical experience as an RDAEF preferred (experienced RDAs currently completing RDAEF programs are encouraged to apply).
Technical Skills: Familiarity with digital workflows (scanners, digital X-rays, paperless charts). Experience with CEREC or Dentrix is a plus.
Soft Skills: Excellent communication, strong attention to detail, and a warm, empathetic bedside manner.
What We Offer
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