Registered Dental Assistant Rda

Job Description

Job Description

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 help create a comfortable and efficient environment for our patients. Happy, upbeat, great smile, team player. Pay is based on experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during a variety of treatment procedures, including general dentistry, oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry
• Prepare treatment rooms with dental instruments, materials, and sterilization procedures to ensure aseptic technique and infection prevention management
• Take and develop dental X-rays and adhering to dental x-ray safety standards and HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality
• Manage patient records using electronic medical record (EMR) systems such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix, ensuring accuracy and compliance with clinical confidentiality policies
• Perform chairside assisting duties including patient management, vital signs collection, medical documentation, and explaining procedures using appropriate dental terminology
• Maintain dental equipment and sterilization processes to uphold infection control standards and ensure operational readiness

Requirements

• Valid certification as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or equivalent licensure in accordance with state regulations
• Proven experience working in a dental clinic environment with knowledge of general dentistry procedures and clinical workflows
• Proficiency in EMR systems such as Eaglesoft for accurate medical documentation and record keeping
• Strong understanding of infection prevention management, aseptic technique, and dental sterilization procedures
• Familiarity with dental imaging equipment including X-ray machines and 3D scanners for diagnostic purposes
• Knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, oral surgery techniques, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry practices
• Excellent verbal skills to effectively interact with patients of all ages while demonstrating empathy and professionalism
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting while maintaining clinical confidentiality policies and adhering to healthcare infection control standards
• Team work and leadership
• Creative Problem-Solving
• Ability to manage the practice's clinical inventory system

Join our team as a Registered Dental Assistant where your skills will directly impact patient care quality while advancing your career in a supportive environment. We value energetic professionals who are passionate about making a difference through exceptional dental assistance!

Benefits:

• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person