Registered Dental Assistant

Job Description Job Description If you are a registered dental assistant who is passionate about providing excellent service to our existing dental patients, we would love to hear from you today! Our growing dental practice is looking for an RDA who has experience in assisting a dentist with general oral procedures. Our fun team cares about the people we work with, and we are looking for an RDA who shares our commitment to providing the best dental patient care. If this sounds like you, reach out and let’s connect today! Compensation: $21 - $27 hourly depending on experience Responsibilities: Adhere to all dental office infection control policies and safety regulations by disinfecting and sterilizing all equipment and instruments after use Prepare and layout sterilized equipment, dental instruments, anesthetics, dental supplies, and materials inside treatment rooms for examinations and dental procedures Welcome patient and explain dental care treatment plans so they feel comfortable during their appointment Schedule appointments for patient care follow up, answer any questions they may have about dental hygiene, and provide postoperative instructions with methods for infection control of the patients’ teeth and gums, after procedures Support dentists and dental hygienists by handing off dental instruments, providing suction, and ensuring chair-side accessibility to the team during procedures or examinations Screening procedures include assessment of oral health conditions, adult and child prophylaxis, periodontal charting, and periodontal therapy, including dispensing of subgingival medications Scanning with iTero Assisting the doctor with co-diagnosis of dental problems Applying preventive materials to the teeth, such as fluorides and sealants, nutritional counseling, and providing oral hygiene instructions Being familiar with Invisalign Qualifications: Experience with dental software, updating patient histories, and computer skills are needed Previous dental assisting experience as a registered dental assistant or certified dental assistant (3 years) is necessary Exceptional interpersonal skills, customer service, organization, and excellent communication skills are preferred Need state licensure as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) Active BLS/CPR certification is required I'm looking for someone outgoing who can talk to different types of patients! Skill in providing excellent customer service and support; organizing and prioritizing workload and meeting deadlines; and excellent written and verbal communication Ability to perform each position responsibility satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or GED certificate(required). Current CPR (BLS) is required. Minimum 1 year of experience as an RDA preferred but not required License and/or Certification: Current RDA certification from Texas Dental Board(required). Current CPR certification(required). About Company Perks Dental work benefits No Saturdays Holiday Pay Flexible hours