Registered Dental Assistant

Job Summary

Join our dynamic dental team as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA), where your expertise in clinical support and patient care will make a meaningful difference! In this vital role, you will assist the dentist during procedures, manage patient records, and ensure the highest standards of infection control and safety. Your energetic approach and attention to detail will help create a welcoming environment for patients of all ages. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills while contributing to exceptional dental care.

Duties

• Provide chairside assistance during a variety of dental procedures, including general dentistry, prosthodontics, and oral surgery.
• Prepare treatment rooms with the necessary dental instruments, equipment, and materials, ensuring proper sterilization and infection prevention management.
• Take dental x-rays and 3D scans using advanced medical imaging technology while adhering to HIPAA regulations for patient privacy.
• Manage patient records using electronic medical records (EMR) using Dentimax ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Assist with patient management by taking vital signs, reviewing medical histories, and providing pre- and post-treatment instructions.
• Maintain a clean, organized clinical environment following aseptic techniques and infection control protocols aligned with healthcare standards.
• Support dental reception duties when needed by greeting patients, scheduling appointments and managing medical documentation.

Requirements

• Valid certification as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA).
• Up to date BLS certification.
• Proven experience in dental assisting within a clinical setting, including familiarity with general dentistry procedures.
• Proficiency with dental software.
• Knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, and medical terminology relevant to dental care.
• Hands-on experience with dental x-ray procedures and digital imaging technology.
• Strong understanding of infection prevention policies including sterilization procedures and aseptic technique.
• Ability to perform chairside assisting efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining clinical confidentiality policies.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with patients of all ages and team members.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development in areas such as dental equipment operation, endodontics, oral surgery assistance, and healthcare infection control.
• Second language a plus but not a requirement.

Embark on a rewarding career where your skills directly enhance patient experiences! We are dedicated to fostering a supportive environment that values your expertise in dental assisting. Join us today to help shape healthier smiles!

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Foreign language proficiency • Free parking • Diagnostic imaging equipment • Direct patient care • Customer communication • Anatomy knowledge • Dental office • Vital signs • HIPAA compliance • Prosthodontics • Digital imaging • Dental care patient counseling • Electronic health records (EHR) management • General dentistry • Preparing dental treatment areas • Pre-examination patient preparation • Image acquisition for patient care • Medical equipment operation • Dental receptionist • Safety regulations • BLS Certification • In-person customer service • Oral surgery assistance experience • HIPAA • Patient safety measures implementation • Full-time • Care documentation • Clinic experience • Imaging studies • Mid-level • Medical 3D scanning • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Health insurance • Medical scheduling • Preparing medical treatment area • 401(k) • Dental terminology • Disinfection procedures • Records management • Endodontics • Paid time off • Registered Dental Assistant • Health record tracking • Dental equipment • Operating medical imaging equipment • Patient interaction • Medical assisting • Patient counseling • 401(k) matching • In-person • Employee discount • Clean workspace maintenance • Clinical confidentiality policies • Patient treatment • Medical post-procedure instructions • Patient education • Managing patient records • Radiology • Communication skills • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling