Registered Dental Assistant

Job 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 energized role, you will provide vital support to dentists and ensure a smooth, efficient workflow within our busy dental practice. Your dedication to infection control, patient comfort, and clinical excellence will help us deliver top-tier dental services. We are committed to fostering a positive environment that values your skills, encourages professional growth, and recognizes your contributions.

Duties

• Assist dentists during a variety of dental procedures, including periodontal dentistry, prosthodontics, and general dentistry, ensuring precision and efficiency.
• Prepare treatment rooms with the necessary instruments and materials, maintaining strict aseptic techniques and infection control standards.
• Take dental X-rays and medical imaging, including 3D scans, while adhering to HIPAA regulations for patient privacy.
• Manage electronic medical records (EMR systems) such as Open Dental, Eaglesoft, and Dentrix to document patient information accurately and efficiently.
• Perform chairside assisting with four-handed dentistry techniques to optimize patient comfort and procedural flow.
• Monitor vital signs and assist in medical documentation for patients with special needs or medical conditions.
• Support the dental receptionist by scheduling appointments, updating medical records, and ensuring smooth patient flow throughout the clinic.
• Maintain knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, and medical coding to facilitate accurate record keeping and billing processes.

Experience

• Proven experience working in a dental clinic environment.
• Familiarity with EMR systems such as Open Dental, Eaglesoft, or Dentrix, is highly preferred.
• Hands-on experience with X-ray procedures, medical imaging techniques including 3D scanning, and infection control protocols.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations to ensure patient confidentiality at all times.
• Skilled in chairside assisting with a strong understanding of dental terminology, anatomy knowledge, and aseptic techniques.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients of all ages, providing compassionate care in a fast-paced environment.

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Work Location: In person