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 assist dentists during procedures, manage patient records, and ensure the highest standards of infection control and safety. Your energetic approach and attention to detail will contribute to creating a welcoming, efficient environment for patients of all ages, including pediatric dentistry and oral surgery cases. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in a fast-paced, supportive setting committed to excellence.
Responsibilities
- Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize dental instruments in accordance with infection prevention management and dental sterilization procedures
- Assist dentists chairside during a variety of procedures including general dentistry, endodontics, prosthodontics, and oral surgery
- Take and develop dental x-rays while maintaining proper aseptic technique and ensuring clinical confidentiality policies are followed
- Manage patient records using EMR systems such as Dentrix, Eaglesoft, or Epic, ensuring accurate medical documentation and coding
- Monitor vital signs and assist with pediatric dentistry procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout treatment
- Support the dental receptionist by scheduling appointments, verifying insurance information, and managing medical records efficiently
- Maintain a clean, organized clinical environment by processing dental instruments and adhering to infection control standards in accordance with healthcare infection prevention and control expertise
Requirements
- Valid registration as a Dental Assistant with current licensure or certification in accordance with state regulations
- Proven experience in dental assisting within a busy dental clinic environment, including general dentistry.
- Knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, oral surgery procedures, endodontics, prosthodontics, and dental x-ray techniques
- Strong understanding of infection prevention management, aseptic technique, dental sterilization procedures, and healthcare infection control policies
- Ability to perform X-ray imaging accurately while maintaining patient comfort and safety; experience with 3D scanners is a plus
- Excellent communication skills as a dental receptionist; ability to explain procedures clearly and maintain professional rapport with patients of all ages
- Knowledge of HIPAA regulations to ensure compliance with privacy standards; commitment to clinical confidentiality policies
- Open Dental Experience a plus
Embark on a rewarding career where your skills make a real difference! We are dedicated to supporting your professional growth through ongoing training in the latest dental technologies and best practices. Join us to be part of a vibrant team that values energetic contributions and fosters a positive work environment focused on delivering exceptional patient care.
Pay: $24.00 - $27.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
