RDA: Patient-First Dental Assistant with Growth

Jefferson Dental & Orthodontics; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Jefferson Dental & Orthodontics in Houston, TX seeks a Registered Dental Assistant to support chairside care, patient education, and administrative tasks. You will work under the Lead RDA and Doctor, assisting with procedures, imaging, charting, and infection control to maintain a 5-star patient experience.

This role requires a current RDA certification and license, a high school diploma, and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Active RDA certification & license required at time of hire.
• Bilingual English/Spanish highly preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of Dental office experience highly preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of patient care or customer service experience highly preferred.
• Reliable transportation and availability to work clinic hours, including Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Assist chairside during dental procedures by handing instruments and materials.
• Gather and record patients' medical history for the dentist's reference.
• Perform dental imaging, including X-rays and impressions.
• Manage patient records and complete dental charting.
• Organize and prepare instruments for dental procedures; sterilize equipment.
• Administer topical anesthetics and assist with clinical procedures.
• Educate patients on effective dental care practices.
• Create temporary crowns and assist with dental preparations.
• Adhere to infection control protocols to meet industry standards.
• Provide support in various clinic areas as assigned by leadership.
• Participate in community outreach activities as needed.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Patient care

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

RDA certification

RDA license

Job description

Jefferson Dental & Orthodontics in Houston, TX seeks a Registered Dental Assistant to support chairside care, patient education, and administrative tasks. You will work under the Lead RDA and Doctor, assisting with procedures, imaging, charting, and infection control to maintain a 5-star patient experience.

This role requires a current RDA certification and license, a high school diploma, and reliable transportation.