Registered Dental Assistant

Triangle Family Dental PC; Amherst (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Triangle Family Dental PC in Amherst, MA is seeking a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) to support clinicians, improve patient comfort, and maintain high standards of infection control.

You will perform chairside assistance, manage instruments, take X-rays, document patient history in EHRs such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix, and help with scheduling. The role emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and adherence to HIPAA and radiation safety guidelines in a fast-paced dental practice.

Qualifications

• Experience with EMR systems and medical documentation.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and patient privacy.
• Ability to take and develop dental X-rays and 3D imaging.
• Familiarity with infection control and sterilization procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance during various dental procedures.
• Sterilize rooms and prepare supplies per infection control protocols.
• Take and develop dental X-rays and scans.
• Record vital signs and medical history in EHR.
• Manage administrative tasks and schedule appointments.

Skills

EMR systems

HIPAA compliance

X-ray techniques

Sterilization procedures

Four-handed dentistry

Medical terminology

Scheduling support

Tools

Eaglesoft

Dentrix

Epic

Job description

Join our dynamic dental team as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA), where you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care and supporting our dental practitioners. As an energetic and detail-oriented professional, you will assist with chairside procedures, manage clinical workflows, and ensure the highest standards of infection control and patient safety. Your expertise in dental assisting, medical documentation, and clinical procedures will help create a positive experience for every patient while maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in a collaborative and fast-paced environment dedicated to excellence in dental care.

Duties

• Provide chairside assistance during various dental procedures, including general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and orthodontics.
• Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments, setting up necessary supplies, and ensuring all equipment is functioning properly according to infection prevention management protocols.
• Take and develop dental x-rays, including digital imaging and 3D scans, while adhering to dental x-ray safety standards and radiation protection guidelines.
• Assist with patient intake by recording vital signs, medical history, and updating medical records using electronic health record (EHR) systems such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix.
• Ensure clinical confidentiality policies are strictly followed when handling patient information in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Support administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing medical documentation within EMR systems like Epic, and coordinating with the dental receptionist for smooth clinic operations.
• Maintain a clean and organized clinical environment by following dental sterilization procedures and infection control protocols aligned with healthcare infection prevention standards.
• Demonstrate proficiency in dental terminology and anatomy knowledge to effectively communicate with patients and team members.
• Participate in four-handed dentistry techniques to optimize efficiency during procedures and improve patient comfort.

Skills

• Extensive experience with EMR systems such as Eaglesoft, Dentrix, or Epic for medical records management.
• Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations and clinical confidentiality policies to protect patient privacy.
• Proficiency in dental x-ray techniques, including digital imaging and 3D scanning technology.
• Knowledge of dental instrument processing, sterilization procedures, aseptic technique, and infection prevention management.
• Skilled in chairside assisting across various specialties including pediatric dentistry, oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and general dentistry.
• Ability to interpret dental terminology, medical terminology, and anatomy for effective communication within the team.
• Experience working in a fast-paced dental clinic environment with a focus on healthcare infection control practices.
• Familiarity with medical coding and documentation for accurate billing processes related to dental procedures.
• Excellent organizational skills for managing medical records and supporting administrative functions like scheduling and patient communication.

Join us as a Registered Dental Assistant where your passion for healthcare excellence will make a meaningful difference every day!