ORTHO Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)

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

Job summary

Join a compassionate team at a leading dental practice where your skills can truly change lives! As a member of our Hygiene team, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional dental care and ensuring patient comfort. From sterilizing instruments to assisting during procedures and managing patient interactions, your contributions will help create happy, confident smiles. With a competitive pay structure, growth opportunities, and a supportive environment, this is more than just a job; it's a chance to make a difference in the lives of our patients. If you're ready to embark on a fulfilling career in dentistry, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Competitive pay

Bonus structure

Growth opportunities

Vacation and PTO

$25,000 Company-paid Life Insurance

Medical and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Team Member Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience in dental hygiene or assisting preferred.
• Knowledge of infection control standards and practices.

Responsibilities

• Sterilize instruments and assist during dental procedures.
• Manage patient comfort and record medical histories.
• Perform imaging and take dental impressions.

Skills

Dental Instrument Sterilization

Patient Management

X-ray and Imaging Techniques

Infection Control

Effective Communication

Education

Dental Hygiene Degree

Certification in Dental Assisting

Tools

Dental X-ray Equipment

Sterilization Equipment

Dental Instruments

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.