Front Office and Surgical Assistant

Jobtailor; Keller (TX); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) in Keller, TX to support surgical procedures and front-office operations. You will greet patients, manage schedules, and assist surgeons during implants and other procedures while ensuring top-notch patient communication and comfort.

The role requires a current RDA license and 2–3 years of RDA experience, with implants/oral surgery exposure considered a plus.

Qualifications

• Active RDA license required.
• 2–3 years as an RDA with surgical assisting preferred.
• Experience in implants or oral surgery is a plus.
• Comfortable working in both front office and clinical settings.
• Strong scheduling and patient communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational abilities.
• Calm and professional under pressure in a surgical environment.
• Team player who can adapt quickly and support where needed.
• Proficiency with dental practice management software.

Responsibilities

• Greet and check patients in and out professionally.
• Manage daily schedule for smooth patient flow.
• Answer phones and respond to inquiries promptly.
• Explain appointments and pre-/post-op instructions clearly.
• Assist the surgeon chairside during implants and other procedures.
• Prepare operatories, instruments and trays for procedures.
• Take and process X-rays and CBCT as needed.
• Ensure proper sterilization and infection control protocols.
• Document clinical notes and treatment details accurately.
• Coordinate with lab and surgical team on case prep and scheduling.
• Monitor patient comfort throughout procedures.

Skills

Front office

Clinical patient care

Scheduling

Patient communication

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Team player

Adaptability

Education

Active RDA license

Tools

Practice management software

Job description

Responsibilities

• Greet and check patients in and out with a warm, professional manner
• Manage and maintain the daily schedule to ensure smooth patient flow
• Answer phones and respond to patient inquiries in a timely and professional manner
• Communicate clearly with patients about appointments, pre‑op and post‑op instructions, and follow‑up care
• Assist the surgeon chairside during implant placements, All‑on‑X procedures, extractions, and other oral surgeries
• Prepare operatories, instruments, and surgical trays prior to procedures
• Take and process X‑rays and CBCT images as needed
• Ensure proper sterilization and infection‑control protocols are followed at all times
• Monitor and support patient comfort throughout procedures
• Document clinical notes and treatment details accurately
• Coordinate with the lab and surgical team on case preparation and scheduling

Requirements

• Active RDA license required
• 2–3 years of experience as an RDA, with surgical assisting experience strongly preferred
• Experience in a specialty dental setting (implants, oral surgery, or full‑arch cases) is a plus
• Comfortable working in both a front office and clinical setting
• Strong scheduling and patient communication skills
• Detail‑oriented with excellent organizational skills
• Calm and professional under pressure in a surgical environment
• Team player who can adapt quickly and support wherever needed
• Proficiency in dental practice management software preferred