ORTHO Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking dental practice that prioritizes patient care and comfort! As a vital member of the hygiene team, you will play a key role in transforming smiles and enhancing lives. This position offers a fulfilling career where you will not only provide essential dental services but also create a welcoming environment for patients. With competitive pay, bonus opportunities, and a variety of benefits, this is an exciting chance to grow your career while making a difference in the community. If you're passionate about patient care and eager to contribute to a life-changing team, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Bonus Structure

Vacation and PTO

$25,000 Company-paid Life Insurance

Medical and Vision Insurance

401(k)

Team Member Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Certification in dental hygiene is essential for this role.
• Strong skills in patient management and effective communication are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Sterilize instruments and assist orthodontists during procedures.
• Take x-rays and manage patient comfort throughout treatments.
• Implement infection control plans following CDC and OSHA standards.

Skills

Dental Instrument Sterilization

Patient Management

X-ray and Imaging Techniques

Infection Control Procedures

Effective Communication

Education

Dental Hygiene Certification

High School Diploma

Tools

Dental Imaging 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

• Sterilize dental instruments and equipment for each patient; Organize and lay out instruments for use; Hand instruments and other materials to Orthodontist during procedures.
• 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.
• Take x-rays, 3-D scans, panoramic/ceph and intraoral images of patients' teeth; Take impressions of patients' teeth for casts to fabricate study models or to fabricate a mold.
• 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.
• 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.
• Provide assistance in other areas of the clinic, as requested.
• As requested, promote JDC by attending neighborhood events or visiting local businesses and distributing flyers and “goodie-bags” to the public.

The Perks!

• Competitive pay and bonus structure – starting salary $17/hour and bonuses of up to $800/month!
• New Grads welcome!
• Growth and advancement opportunities for leadership roles.
• Vacation and PTO.
• $25,000 of Company-paid Life Insurance.
• Wide variety of additional benefits including: Medical, 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), Critical Illness, Identity Protection, Team Member Assistance Program.

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