Registered Dental Assistant

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 provide exceptional chairside assistance, manage patient records, and support a variety of dental procedures across general dentistry and specialized fields such as prosthodontics, endodontics, and pediatric dentistry. Your energetic approach and attention to detail will help create a welcoming environment that promotes oral health and patient satisfaction. We are committed to fostering a positive workplace where your skills are valued, and your professional growth is supported.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during a wide range of procedures, including restorative, endodontic, prosthodontic, and pediatric treatments, ensuring smooth workflow with four-handed dentistry techniques.
• Prepare treatment rooms with sterilized instruments and materials following strict infection control protocols and aseptic techniques.
• Take and develop dental radiographs (X-rays), including digital imaging and 3D scans, while maintaining compliance with HIPAA regulations to protect patient privacy.
• Manage electronic medical records (EMR systems) such as Eaglesoft, Dentrix, or Epic for accurate documentation of treatment plans, medical histories, vital signs, and medical coding.
• Perform chairside assisting duties by taking vital signs, explaining procedures to patients using clear dental terminology, and ensuring patient comfort throughout visits.
• Support administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments with the dental receptionist, verifying insurance details, and maintaining organized medical documentation.
• Uphold high standards of infection control and aseptic technique to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff at all times.
• Educate patients on oral health practices tailored to pediatric or general dentistry needs to promote ongoing dental wellness.

Experience

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant in a busy dental clinic setting with knowledge of general dentistry procedures.
• Familiarity with EMR systems like Eaglesoft, Dentrix or Epic for managing medical records efficiently.
• Hands-on experience with dental radiography including X-ray procedures and 3D scanner operation is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of dental terminology, anatomy knowledge, infection control practices, and aseptic techniques.
• Experience supporting pediatric dentistry or working with special needs patients is a plus.
• Ability to perform medical documentation accurately while adhering to HIPAA regulations and medical coding standards.
• Demonstrated competence in chairside assisting tasks such as taking vital signs, providing patient education, and supporting complex procedures across multiple specialties including prosthodontics and endodontics. Join us to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives by delivering top-tier dental care in a fast-paced environment that values your skills!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person