RDA

Overview

Join our dynamic dental team as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA), where you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care and supporting the clinical operations of our busy dental practice. As an RDA, you will assist dentists during procedures, ensure the highest standards of infection control, and contribute to creating a welcoming environment for patients of all ages. Your expertise in dental assisting and clinical procedures will help us provide top-quality dentistry while maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations and confidentiality policies.

Duties

• Prepare treatment rooms with dental instruments, materials, and equipment, ensuring all tools are sterilized and ready for use in accordance with infection prevention management protocols.
• Assist dentists during various procedures including general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and other specialties.
• Take and develop dental X-rays using advanced imaging technology such as 3D scanners and dental x-ray machines while adhering to HIPAA guidelines for patient privacy.
• Manage patient records accurately within electronic medical records (EMR) systems like Eaglesoft, ensuring all medical documentation is complete and up-to-date.
• Monitor vital signs and medical history of patients to ensure safety during treatments, following clinical confidentiality policies at all times.
• Educate patients on oral health care practices, post-operative instructions, and treatment plans to promote ongoing patient care.
• Maintain dental equipment, sterilize instruments according to dental sterilization procedures, and support infection control standards to uphold healthcare infection prevention and control expertise.

Experience

• Previous experience working as a Dental Assistant or in a dental clinic environment with familiarity in chairside assisting and four-handed dentistry techniques.
• Proficiency with EMR systems such as Eaglesoft for managing patient information efficiently.
• Knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy knowledge, and medical terminology relevant to dentistry and pediatrics.
• Hands-on experience with dental imaging devices including X-ray machines and 3D scanners.
• Strong understanding of infection prevention management, aseptic technique, and dental sterilization procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds, including pediatric patients requiring specialized care in pediatric dentistry.
• Certification as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) is preferred; additional certifications in radiography or infection control are advantageous.

Join us to be part of a passionate team dedicated to providing outstanding dental care! We value your skills in supporting general dentistry practices while fostering a positive environment focused on patient comfort and clinical excellence.

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16.0 per week

Work Location: In person