Registered Dental Assistant

Job Overview

Join our dynamic dental team as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA), where you'll play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care and supporting our dental professionals. This energetic position offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, friendly environment, assisting with chairside procedures, patient management, and maintaining efficient clinical operations. As an RDA, you will be instrumental in ensuring patients receive top-quality treatment while adhering to the highest standards of infection control and safety protocols. Your expertise will help create a welcoming atmosphere that promotes oral health and confidence.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during a variety of dental procedures, including general dentistry, prosthodontics, endodontics, and pediatric dentistry, ensuring smooth workflow and patient comfort
• Prepare treatment rooms with necessary instruments and materials, maintaining aseptic techniques and infection control standards
• Take and develop dental radiographs (X-rays), including digital imaging and 3D scans, while ensuring patient safety and proper documentation
• Manage patient records using electronic medical record (EMR) systems such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations
• Perform vital signs assessments and medical history updates to support comprehensive patient care
• Provide chairside assistance with four-handed dentistry techniques to optimize efficiency during procedures
• Handle administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, greeting patients as a dental receptionist, and managing medical documentation and records

Requirements

• Valid certification as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) with current licensure in the applicable state or region
• Proven experience working in a dental clinic environment with knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, and infection control protocols
• Proficiency in EMR systems like Dentrix or Eaglesoft; familiarity with Epic or other medical documentation platforms is a plus
• Skilled in dental radiography including X-ray procedures; experience with 3D scanners is desirable
• Strong understanding of pediatric dentistry practices and pediatric patient management
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations to ensure patient privacy and data security at all times
• Ability to perform clinical duties such as chairside assisting, taking medical imaging, vital signs measurement, and maintaining aseptic technique

Join us if you're passionate about making a difference in patients' lives through compassionate care and technical excellence. We offer paid positions that recognize your skills and dedication—empowering you to grow professionally while contributing to a healthy smile for every patient!

Pay: $15.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person