Registered Dental Assistant

Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and energetic Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) to join our dynamic dental team. In this vital role, you will provide exceptional chairside assistance, ensuring smooth and efficient patient care during a variety of dental procedures. Your expertise in dental assisting, infection control, and patient communication will help create a welcoming environment where patients feel comfortable and confident in their treatment. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills within a fast-paced, patient-focused dental practice committed to excellence.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during a wide range of dental procedures, including general dentistry, prosthodontics, endodontics, and pediatric dentistry, with precision and professionalism
• Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments, setting up necessary supplies, and maintaining an aseptic technique to ensure infection control standards are met
• Take and develop X-ray images in compliance with HIPAA regulations and safety protocols, utilizing digital imaging systems such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix for accurate medical documentation
• Record vital signs and medical history information to support comprehensive patient assessments
• Manage electronic medical records (EMR systems) efficiently while ensuring confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines
• Educate patients on oral health care instructions and post-treatment care to promote ongoing dental wellness
• Support the front desk team by performing dental receptionist duties such as scheduling appointments, verifying insurance details, and managing patient flow

Skills

• Proficiency in dental terminology, anatomy knowledge, and medical terminology to accurately assist with procedures and documentation
• Experience with dental imaging equipment including X-ray machines and 3D scanners for precise diagnostics
• Familiarity with dental software platforms such as Eaglesoft, Dentrix, or Epic for scheduling, records management, and billing processes
• Strong understanding of infection control protocols and aseptic techniques to maintain a safe clinical environment
• Ability to perform chairside assisting with four-handed dentistry techniques for efficiency and patient comfort
• Knowledge of pediatric dentistry practices and procedures tailored for young patients
• Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with patients of all ages and collaborate seamlessly with the dental team

Join us to be part of a vibrant practice that values your skills and dedication! We are committed to fostering a supportive environment where your professional growth is encouraged. This role is perfect for those passionate about delivering top-quality dental care while advancing their career in a fast-paced setting.

Pay: $23.75 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Patient comfort • Diagnostic imaging equipment • Record keeping • Patient scheduling systems • Anatomy knowledge • Medical image documentation • Dental office • Vital signs • Prosthodontics • Digital imaging • Dental care patient counseling • Preparing dental treatment areas • Medical procedure assistance • Image acquisition for patient care • Medical insurance coverage verification • Dental receptionist • Patient assessment • Safety regulations • Maintaining patient confidentiality • In-person customer service • Working with pediatric populations • Practice management software • HIPAA • Full-time • Care documentation • Imaging studies • Assisting medical staff • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Medical scheduling • Preparing medical treatment area • Patient history taking • Dental terminology • Disinfection procedures • Endodontics • Paid time off • Registered Dental Assistant • Dentrix • Eaglesoft • Intraoral scanners • Pediatrics • Health information regulatory compliance • Health record tracking • Dental equipment • Digital dental impression taking • Four handed dentistry • Computer skills • Operating medical imaging equipment • Patient interaction • Patient counseling • In-person • Pediatric dentistry • Medical post-procedure instructions • Patient education • Safety standard operating procedures • Managing patient records • Communication skills • Entry level • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling