Dental Assistant

Overview Join our dynamic dental team as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA), where your expertise will directly enhance patient care and streamline clinical operations. In this vital role, you will provide exceptional chairside assistance, manage patient records, and support the delivery of comprehensive dental services. We are looking for energetic, detail-oriented professionals committed to maintaining the highest standards of infection control and patient safety. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career in a fast-paced, supportive environment that values your skills and dedication.

Duties

• Assist dentists during a variety of dental procedures including restorations, prosthodontics, endodontics, and pediatric dentistry, ensuring smooth workflow and patient comfort.
• Prepare treatment rooms with sterilized instruments and supplies using aseptic techniques to uphold infection control standards.
• Take and develop dental radiographs (X-rays) while adhering to HIPAA regulations and safety protocols.
• Operate dental software systems such as Eaglesoft, Dentrix, Epic, and EMR platforms to accurately document patient information, medical history, and treatment plans.
• Monitor vital signs and medical imaging when necessary, especially in pediatric or medically compromised patients.
• Manage medical documentation and records with precision, including medical coding and ensuring compliance with HIPAA privacy rules.
• Support front desk operations by assisting the dental receptionist with appointment scheduling, patient check-in/out, and answering patient inquiries.
• Conduct chairside assisting using advanced skills like four-handed dentistry to improve efficiency during procedures.
• Utilize 3D scanners and other digital tools for diagnostics or treatment planning in general dentistry cases.
• Educate patients on oral health practices, post-treatment care, and preventive measures tailored to pediatric or adult needs.

Requirements

• Valid licensure as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) in accordance with state regulations.
• Proven experience in dental assisting within a general dentistry or specialty practice such as prosthodontics or endodontics.
• Proficiency with dental software systems including Eaglesoft, Dentrix, Epic or similar EMR platforms.
• Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, infection control procedures, and aseptic techniques.
• Ability to take high-quality X-rays and operate medical imaging equipment safely.
• Familiarity with HIPAA compliance and medical documentation standards.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with patients of all ages, especially pediatrics.
• Knowledge of medical terminology related to dentistry and pediatrics is highly desirable.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail. Join us in delivering outstanding dental care where your skills make a real difference! We’re dedicated to fostering a positive workplace that supports your professional growth while providing top-tier service to our community’s diverse patient population.

Pay: $19.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Patient comfort • Spanish • Anatomy knowledge • Continuing education credits • Dental office • Prosthodontics • Dental care patient counseling • Health savings account • Patient monitoring • Electronic health records (EHR) management • Achieving HIPAA compliance • Image acquisition for patient care • Medical equipment operation • Medical coding • Maintaining patient confidentiality • HIPAA • Full-time • Mid-level • Patient safety • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Health insurance • Medical scheduling • Dental insurance • 401(k) • Preventive health (patient care) • Dental sterilization procedures • Medical administrative support • Dental terminology • Disinfection procedures • Tuition reimbursement • Endodontics • Paid time off • Registered Dental Assistant • Dentrix • On-the-job training • Eaglesoft • Pediatrics • Front desk • Four handed dentistry • Operating medical imaging equipment • Patient interaction • Vision insurance • 401(k) matching • 3D scanner • In-person • Employee discount • Patient charting • Pediatric dentistry • Managing patient records • Radiology • Opportunities for advancement • Communication skills • Health education and counseling • Life insurance • Referral program • Retirement plan • Paid sick time