Registered Dental Assistant

The Advanced Dental Center of Cedar Knolls; Cedar Knolls (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentives for performance

401(k) matching

Flexible schedule

Free food & snacks

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

The Advanced Dental Center of Cedar Knolls is seeking a qualified Registered Dental Assistant to join our team. You will assist the dentist during exams and procedures, handle scheduling, and perform administrative tasks. State-licensed RDA with at least two years of experience is preferred.

Our long-standing practice emphasizes a hospitable approach and evidence-based dentistry. Join our five-operatory clinic with modern equipment and a patient-centered hygiene program.

Qualifications

• Two years of dental assistant experience preferred.
• Current Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license/state licensure required.
• Basic Life Support/CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients into the treatment area and make them feel comfortable.
• Discuss the dental care plan with patients and answer questions.
• Take vital signs and record medical history; prep sterilized equipment for exams.
• Assist dentist during procedures and exams.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations and office policies.
• Schedule appointments.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Data entry

CPR certification

Education

Associate degree in dental assisting (CODA-accredited)

Job description

Benefits:

• Incentives for performance
• Preventative dental care included
• 401(k) matching
• Company parties
• Flexible schedule
• Free food & snacks
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Summary

We are seeking a qualified and caring Registered Dental Assistant to join our team! As a Registered Dental Assistant, you will provide top-notch dental care that makes our clients feel like family. You will provide assistance to the dentist during exams and procedures and complete administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments. The ideal candidate is state-licensed as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) and has at least two years of experience. If you’re friendly, outgoing, and committed to creating a fantastic dental experience, we want to hear from you! This is a long standing dental office in the heart of morristown. It's a dental office within the Advanced Medical Center of Cedar Knolls. We have 5 ops, a cbct machine, cereq, ITERO lumina scanner, Dandy scanner, and implement evidence based dentistry. Our philosophy is providing comprehensive dental care in a very hospitable approach. Our hygiene program is dedicated to patient focused care along with educating our patients to maintain their well being. Dr. Zaidi is the owner of the office and is also faculty at the NYU dental school in the implant program. He's warm and easy to work with. We are looking for a long term team member to grow with our office.

Responsibilities:

• Welcome patients into the treatment area and make them feel comfortable
• Discuss the dental care plan with patients and answer any questions they have
• Take vital signs and accurately record medical historyPrep sterilized equipment and make it available to the dentist for exams and procedures
• Assist dentist during procedures and exams
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations and office policies
• Schedule appointments

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree from a school certified by the Commission on Dental Accreditation
• Current Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) state licensure
• Previous experience as a dental assistant
• Current Basic Life Support/CPR certification is required
• Strong computer and data entry skills
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to provide high-quality patient care