Registered Dental Assistant - Oral Surgery
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Job Description
Registered Dental Assistant – Oral Surgery
Position Highlights
Step into the fast-paced world of oral surgery as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)! Your role is essential in supporting surgeons during procedures and ensuring accurate, thorough documentation of patient care.
From preparing treatment rooms and assisting chairside to maintaining sterile technique and patient comfort, your skillset keeps everything running smoothly. Be part of a high-performing surgical team, monitor patient status, manage advanced instruments, and contribute to outstanding clinical outcomes.
Who We Are
Our vision is global leadership in oral health, focusing on outstanding patient experiences and industry standards. We foster a positive work environment with career growth opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive culture that values work-life balance. Our goal is to empower employees to deliver excellent patient care and build strong relationships with referring dentists.
What We Offer
We prioritize your personal and professional well–being, covering aspects from health to financial and social welfare.
- Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 401k
- Short/Long Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- National Discount and Rewards Marketplace
- BLS/CPR Certification
- Career Path Advancement to clinical or management positions
Required Qualifications
- Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license in the state of employment
- Radiology certification as required by state law
- BLS Certification (or completed within 1 month of hire)
- Strong teamwork and independent work capabilities, demonstrating good judgment and critical thinking
- Passion for ensuring safety and exceptional attention to detail, vigilance, and meticulousness
- Basic computer proficiency
- A high school diploma or equivalent
- Excellent manual dexterity and superior listening skills, especially in emergency scenarios
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous oral surgery experience is beneficial
- DAANCE certification is desirable
- Experience with electronic health records or digital charting
- IV sedation or anesthesia monitoring experience is a plus
Core Benefits & Wellness
- Medical (including Virtual Care), Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Uniforms/Scrubs provided
Financial Well-Being
- Competitive pay, Bonus potential, and annual merit reviews
- 401(k) Plan w/Company Match
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with HDHP health plans
Life Insurance
- Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
- Spouse and Child Life Insurance
Time Off, Disability, & Leave of Absence
- Paid Vacation (Starting at 2 weeks) and 6 Annual Paid Holidays
Paradigm Oral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans’ status.
Key Responsibilities
The Registered Dental Assistant will support surgeons during oral surgery procedures and maintain sterile environments. They are responsible for monitoring patient status, managing surgical instruments, and ensuring accurate clinical documentation.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Registered Dental Assistant license and radiology certification. Strong teamwork, manual dexterity, and a high school diploma are required, with oral surgery experience preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Surgery Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Idaho is 95.5 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.2% of Idaho clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Dentist pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Dentist median $385k (middle half $300k–$500k)41 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Idaho index 95.5 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dentist listings in Idaho | 34 active | 5,724 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | sign-on bonus | US healthcare professional listings: 21% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 3% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Surgery listings | 741 in the last 30 days | 497 the 30 days before (+49%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Dentist pay trend | +4.0% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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