Registered Dental Assistant - Oral Surgery
Listed compensation
$21-$30/hr
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
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Job Description
- Registered Dental Assistant – Oral Surgery
- Whitewater Oral Surgery - Boise, ID *May travel to other locations
- Universal Change Form
- Full Time | Monday - Friday
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
Prepare treatment rooms, assist surgeons chairside during oral surgery procedures, maintain sterile technique, and support patient comfort. Monitor patient status, manage surgical instruments, and ensure accurate, thorough documentation of patient care.
Requirements
Requires a state Registered Dental Assistant license, radiology certification as required by state law, a high school diploma or equivalent, and BLS certification or completion within one month of hire. Candidates should demonstrate teamwork, sound judgment, attention to detail, computer proficiency, manual dexterity, and strong listening skills; oral surgery experience, DAANCE certification, electronic health record experience, and IV sedation or anesthesia monitoring experience are 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)), so the posted ~$53k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $56k in an average-cost state. 58.2% of Idaho clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Dentist pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 3.9 / 10 · above average in dental assistant | ranked against 342 Dental Assistant listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $44k–$62k | Dentist median $54k (middle half $49k–$61k)170 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$56k in purchasing power | Idaho index 95.5 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dentist listings in Idaho | 30 active | 5,667 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US healthcare professional listings: 26% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 5% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Surgery listings | 762 in the last 30 days | 496 the 30 days before (+54%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Dentist pay trend | +1.6% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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