RDA | Flexible Schedule & $1K Sign-On

Union Family Dental LLC; Union (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Signing bonus

Training & development

Job summary

Union Family Dental LLC in Union, NJ is seeking an experienced Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) to join our growing practice. You will work closely with our dentists and clinical team to provide exceptional patient care while ensuring that treatment rooms, instruments, and equipment are properly prepared for each procedure.

You will play an essential role in helping our doctors work efficiently, supporting smooth patient flow, and creating a positive, comfortable experience for every patient.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of dental assisting experience preferred.
• Current New Jersey Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) credential.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Experience with chairside assisting and four-handed dentistry.
• Knowledge of dental instruments, materials, and procedures.
• Familiarity with sterilization and infection control protocols.
• Excellent communication and patient care skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Dependable, punctual, professional, and team-oriented.
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy dental practice.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during general, restorative, cosmetic, and surgical procedures.
• Perform efficient four-handed dentistry and anticipate the dentist's needs.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials before each appointment.
• Assist with procedures such as fillings, crowns, bridges, root canals, extractions, and other dental treatments.
• Take digital dental X-rays, including bitewings, periapical images, and panoramic images, as permitted by New Jersey regulations.
• Take and record patient vital signs and update medical histories.
• Provide chairside support while maintaining patient comfort and safety.
• Welcome patients into treatment rooms and help them feel comfortable.
• Explain procedures and post-operative instructions as directed by the dentist.
• Address patient questions professionally and compassionately.
• Communicate effectively with doctors, hygienists, front desk staff, and patients.
• Help create a positive and welcoming dental experience.
• Follow all OSHA, CDC, and office infection control protocols.
• Properly clean, disinfect, sterilize, and organize dental instruments.
• Maintain clean, organized, and fully stocked treatment rooms.
• Monitor clinical supplies and notify management when inventory needs replenishment.
• Ensure dental equipment is properly maintained and functioning.
• Support smooth patient flow and timely room turnover.
• Anticipate provider needs to help procedures run efficiently.
• Assist with clinical documentation and accurate patient charting.
• Coordinate with the front desk regarding patient scheduling and treatment needs.
• Work collaboratively with the clinical team to maintain an efficient and productive schedule.

Skills

Chairside assisting

Four-handed dentistry

Patient care

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Organization

Education

New Jersey Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) credential

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Union Family Dental LLC in Union, NJ is seeking an experienced Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) to join our growing practice. You will work closely with our dentists and clinical team to provide exceptional patient care while ensuring that treatment rooms, instruments, and equipment are properly prepared for each procedure.

You will play an essential role in helping our doctors work efficiently, supporting smooth patient flow, and creating a positive, comfortable experience for every patient.