RDA

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 support dentists in delivering exceptional dental treatments, ensuring smooth clinic workflows, and maintaining the highest standards of infection control and patient safety. Your energetic approach and attention to detail will help create a welcoming environment for all patients, from pediatrics to general dentistry cases. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in a fast-paced, supportive setting dedicated to excellence in oral health.

Duties

• Assist dentists during a variety of dental procedures including oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry, ensuring efficient chairside support.
• Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment according to infection prevention management protocols and aseptic techniques.
• Take high-quality dental x-rays and 3D scans, accurately documenting findings in electronic medical records (EMR systems) such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft.
• Manage patient flow by scheduling appointments, updating medical documentation, and verifying vital signs to ensure patient comfort and safety.
• Maintain clinical confidentiality policies while handling sensitive medical records and ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Assist with dental instrument processing and sterilization procedures to uphold infection control standards across the clinic.
• Support patient management through effective communication, explaining procedures using dental terminology and ensuring a positive patient experience.

Skills

• Proficiency in EMR systems such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft for accurate documentation and scheduling.
• Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, and clinical procedures across general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and implant procedures.
• Experience with dental equipment including X-ray machines, 3D scanners, dental sterilization devices, and other clinical tools.
• Expertise in infection prevention management, aseptic technique, and healthcare infection control practices to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff.
• Skilled in chairside assisting techniques such as four-handed dentistry to enhance efficiency during procedures.
• Ability to perform dental x-ray imaging accurately while adhering to safety protocols for both patients and staff.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and medical documentation standards necessary for comprehensive patient care records.
• Excellent communication skills suited for working with diverse pediatric and adult patient populations within a fast-paced dental clinic environment.

Join us in delivering top-tier dental care with energy and professionalism! Your dedication will help us create healthier smiles while advancing your career in a supportive, innovative setting dedicated to excellence in oral health services.

Pay: $20.00 - $27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 38.0 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person