Lead Registered Dental Assistant

Jefferson Dental & Orthodontics Healthcare Management, LLC; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate and dedicated team at a leading dental practice where your skills will truly change lives. This role offers an opportunity to work closely with patients, ensuring they receive the highest quality of care while helping them achieve their dream smiles. You'll be responsible for a variety of tasks, from sterilizing instruments to assisting in procedures, all while promoting a comfortable and welcoming environment. With competitive pay and a robust benefits package, this is more than just a job; it's a chance to grow in a fulfilling career that makes a real difference in the community. If you have a passion for dental care and patient service, we want you on our team!

Benefits

Competitive pay and bonus structure

Growth and advancement opportunities

Vacation and PTO

$25,000 Company-paid Life Insurance

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k)

Team Member Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Account

Short-term and Long-term Disability

Identity Protection

Qualifications

• Certification in Dental Hygiene is essential for this role.
• Strong interpersonal skills to manage patient comfort and care.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the dentist to provide direction and training.
• Sterilize instruments and manage patient care during procedures.
• Perform dental infection control and maintain patient records.

Skills

Dental Care Management

Patient Interaction

Infection Control

X-ray Techniques

Instrument Sterilization

Education

Dental Hygiene Certification

High School Diploma

Tools

Dental Instruments

X-ray Equipment

Sterilization Equipment

Job description

We are Jefferson Dental & Orthodontics and we believe in taking a personal approach to dentistry. Since our humble beginnings in Texas in 1967, we’ve been a trusted friend for our patients near and far. At Jefferson, we understand it takes more than clinical excellence to earn a patient’s trust. It’s of the utmost importance that we all see the patient as a unique individual and demonstrate that their care plan is designed around each of their needs. We’ll do whatever it takes to put a smile on each patient’s face, so the rest of the world can see how amazing it is. We truly change people’s lives. Do you want to be a part of our life changing team?!

Our philosophy is simple: Our Care Changes People’s Lives. We treat our patients like family to provide the best dental experience because we know a happy, confident smile leads to a better life. We deliver the highest quality care, making dentistry convenient and affordable for everyone. Join our new Hygiene team for the opportunity to have a fulfilling career giving our patients the happy, confident smile they deserve.

What You’ll Do

1. Coordinate with Dentist and General Manager to provide work direction and training to RDAs
2. Sterilize dental instruments and equipment for each patient; Organize and lay out instruments for use; Hand instruments and other materials to dentist during procedures
3. Question patients about their medical history and record the information for dentist's reference; Advise patients on effective dental care; Manage patients - help patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment
4. Take x-rays of patients' teeth; Take impressions of patients' teeth for casts to fabricate study models or to fabricate a temporary; Make temporary crowns
5. Prepare cements, composite, impression materials etc.
6. Use suction and swabs to keep patients' mouths clear and dry during procedures; Apply topical anesthetic to patients' mouths; Place and remove rubber dams, matrices and wedges; Apply cavity lines and bases
7. Obtain patients' dental records; Complete Dental Charting
8. Perform dental infection control plan management to conform to CDC, OSHA and ADA standards. Follow clinical guidelines for sterilization, disinfection, instrument cleaning and dental treatment room disinfection
9. Provide assistance in other areas of the clinic, as requested
10. As requested, promote JDC by attending neighborhood events or visiting local businesses and distributing flyers and “goodie-bags” to the public
11. Organize and lay out instruments for specialized procedures
12. Inventory control and management
13. Apply sealants after completion of certification
14. Monitor nitrous patients after completion of certification

The Perks!

1. Competitive pay and bonus structure – starting salary $19/hour and bonuses of up to $800/month!
2. Growth and advancement opportunities for leadership roles
3. Vacation and PTO
4. $25,000 of Company-paid Life Insurance
5. Wide variety of additional benefits including:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Health Saving Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Spending Account
• Supplement Life Insurance for you or your dependents
• 401(k)
• Accident
• Critical Illness
• Identity Protection
• Team Member Assistance Program

*Bonus potential based on achieving certain number of business objectives per month