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 vital role, you will assist dentists during procedures, manage patient comfort, and ensure the highest standards of infection control and safety. Your proactive approach and technical skills will contribute to creating a welcoming environment that promotes oral health and patient satisfaction. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your career in a fast-paced, patient-centered dental practice.

Duties

• Prepare treatment rooms with sterilized instruments and supplies, ensuring aseptic technique is maintained at all times.
• Assist dentists chairside during various procedures, including general dentistry, prosthodontics, endodontics, and pediatric dentistry.
• Take and develop dental radiographs (X-ray), ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and safety protocols.
• Operate electronic medical records (EMR) systems such as Curve and Eaglesoft to accurately document patient information, treatment plans, and medical history.
• Perform vital signs assessment and medical imaging to support comprehensive patient evaluations.
• Manage patient flow by greeting patients as a dental receptionist, scheduling appointments, and updating medical records efficiently.
• Educate patients on dental terminology, post-treatment care, and preventive practices to promote oral health awareness.
• Assist with advanced procedures using a 3D scanner or other specialized equipment when necessary.
• Maintain infection control standards through proper sterilization techniques and adherence to OSHA guidelines.
• Support the dental team in four-handed dentistry practices to improve efficiency during procedures.
• Ensure accurate medical coding for billing purposes while maintaining confidentiality under HIPAA regulations.

Experience

• Proven experience as a Dental Assistant in a busy dental clinic setting with knowledge of general dentistry procedures.
• Familiarity with EMR systems such as Dentrix, Eaglesoft, or Epic is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of dental terminology, anatomy knowledge, and infection control protocols.
• Experience assisting with pediatric dentistry, prosthodontics, endodontics, and other specialties is preferred.
• Ability to take high-quality X-rays and operate medical imaging equipment confidently.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations related to medical documentation and patient privacy is essential.
• Prior experience working with medical records management and medical coding enhances your candidacy. Join us in delivering exceptional dental care by leveraging your skills in a supportive environment that values professionalism, continuous learning, and patient well-being!

Pay: $25.00 - $31.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Free parking
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person