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 support dentists in delivering exceptional patient care while ensuring smooth clinical operations. Your expertise in dental assisting, infection control, and patient management will contribute to creating a welcoming environment where patients feel comfortable and cared for. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills within a collaborative healthcare setting focused on general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, and oral surgery.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists chairside during a variety of procedures including restorative, endodontics, prosthodontics, and oral surgery, ensuring efficient workflow.
• Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment following strict infection prevention management and aseptic techniques.
• Take and develop dental X-rays and 3D scans accurately while maintaining clinical confidentiality policies.
• Manage patient records using electronic medical record (EMR) systems such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft, ensuring precise documentation of medical history, vital signs, and treatment plans.
• Provide patient care by explaining procedures, answering questions about dental terminology, and ensuring comfort throughout visits.
• Support patient management software to schedule appointments, update medical documentation, and facilitate effective patient flow.
• Maintain a clean and organized clinical environment in compliance with infection control standards and dental sterilization procedures.
• Collaborate with the team on four-handed dentistry techniques to improve efficiency during clinical procedures.
• Assist with dental equipment troubleshooting and operation of advanced tools such as the intraoral camera, dental x-ray units, and the 3D scanner.
• Uphold HIPAA regulations by safeguarding patient information at all times.

Qualifications

• Valid certification as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or equivalent licensure required.
• Proven experience in general dentistry; experience in pediatric dentistry or oral surgery is highly desirable.
• Proficiency with EMR systems such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft; familiarity with patient management software is preferred.
• Knowledge of dental terminology, medical terminology, and anatomy relevant to dental procedures.
• Skilled in taking dental X-rays, including bitewings, periapicals, panoramic images, and 3D scans.
• Strong understanding of infection prevention management, sterilization procedures, aseptic technique, and healthcare infection control standards.
• Ability to perform chairside assisting efficiently using dental instruments and equipment while maintaining clinical confidentiality policies.
• Excellent communication skills for patient care and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team including dental receptionists and healthcare professionals.
• Knowledge of pediatric dentistry practices is a plus; willingness to learn new skills is essential.

Join us to be part of a passionate team committed to delivering outstanding dental care! This position offers valuable hands-on experience in a supportive environment where your skills make a real difference in patients’ lives every day.

Pay: $25.00 - $33.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Panoramic imaging • Collaborate with healthcare professionals • Patient comfort • Patient scheduling systems • Anatomy knowledge • Dental office • Vital signs • Prosthodontics • Dental care patient counseling • Preparing dental treatment areas • Treatment plan documentation • In-person customer service • Oral surgery assistance experience • Practice management software • HIPAA • Full-time • Equipment troubleshooting • Care documentation • Assisting medical staff • Mid-level • Intraoral cameras • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Medical scheduling • Preparing medical treatment area • Dental terminology • Disinfection procedures • Records management • Endodontics • Registered Dental Assistant • Dentrix • Eaglesoft • Intraoral scanners • Pediatrics • Health information regulatory compliance • Health record tracking • Dental equipment • Digital dental impression taking • Four handed dentistry • Patient interaction • In-person • Clean workspace maintenance • Clinical confidentiality policies • Pediatric dentistry • Patient education • Managing patient records • Communication skills • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling