About the Role
Are you an experienced, compassionate Registered Dental Assistant looking for a dynamic workplace? We are a fast-paced, private dental office seeking a dedicated RDA to join our collaborative team and help keep our practice running smoothly.
If you are a proactive self-starter with great time management skills and a genuine passion for patient care, we want to meet you! You will perform core dental duties in close collaboration with your fellow assistants and providers. Teamwork, a friendly attitude are essential to success in our office.
Key Responsibilities
- Select and set up instruments, equipment, and materials for each patient's specific case.
- Provide efficient and proactive chairside assistance.
- Expose and capture high-quality dental X-rays.
- Sterilize instruments and strictly follow all infection control protocols.
- Disinfect and seamlessly turn over operatories between patients.
- Keep dental ops spotless, organized, and well-stocked.
- Assist in maintaining accurate office inventory.
- Perform basic lab tasks, including pouring stone and trimming models.
- Deliver clear, comforting post-operative care instructions to patients.
- Maintain highly accurate and detailed treatment records.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Experience: 2+ years of proven experience as a Dental Assistant (Preferred).
- Licensure: Active Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license (Required) and current X-ray certification.
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
- Certifications: Current CPR certification.
- Language: Bilingual in English and Spanish (Preferred)
- Capabilities: Fully capable of performing all standard RDA functions with a strong working knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods.
What You Bring to the Team
- Teamwork & Collaboration: A friendly attitude and the ability to collaborate well with your fellow assistants.
- Patient-First Mindset: A genuine interest in addressing patient concerns kindly and patiently.
- Strong Communication: Excellent interpersonal and social skills.
- Organization: High attention to detail with the ability to manage time efficiently in a fast-paced setting.
- Reliability: A strong work ethic and dependable nature.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 2 years (Required)
Language:
License/Certification:
Work Location: In person
