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Registered Dental Assistant

PDS Health

Forney (TX)

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USD 60,000 - 80,000

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Job summary

PDS Health is seeking a Registered Dental Assistant in Forney, TX to join their team. This role involves patient care, assisting dentists, and maintaining compliance with health regulations. The ideal candidate will possess relevant certifications and be committed to providing excellent patient experiences.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance
Paid time off
Tuition Reimbursement
Child care assistance
401K
Paid time to volunteer
Shift premium pay

Qualifications

  • Certification/licensure as mandated by state for dental assistants.
  • Completion of relevant training courses for dental care.
  • Strong ability to maintain compliance with health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Assist the dentist in providing optimal treatment and patient care.
  • Maintain a clean and sterile environment in the office.
  • Instruct patients on post-operative and general oral health care.

Skills

Patient care
Communication
Sterilization

Education

High school diploma or GED
Associate degree or one-year certificate

Tools

X-ray equipment
Dental sterilization tools

Job description

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Now is the time to join Forney Modern Dentistry and Orthodontics. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and gain valuable experience, apply today!

Registered Dental Assistants perform a variety of patient care, office, and laboratory duties. The primary role of the Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) is to assist the dentist in gaining the patient’s commitment to the best possible treatment, with urgency. Key duties associated with assisting the dentist in starting treatment include: utilizing x-ray time to promote the good qualities of the dentist, learning the patient’s expectations while educating them with intra-oral pictures, using effective and anticipatory chair-side skills, and effectively supporting the dentist’s diagnosis after the examination when the patient asks questions. The RDA should abide by procedures needed for compliance with state and federal safety regulation, infection control, and permitted duties.

Responsibilities

  • The primary role of the Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) is to assist the dentist as necessary to gain the patient’s commitment for the best possible treatment with urgency
  • Actively participate in the Perfect Patient ExperienceÔ by striving to keep your patients focused on optimal treatment while attending to their individual needs and concerns
  • Maintain a clean, sterile, and cheerful environment where your patients feel comfortable; prepare patients for treatment, and assist the doctors - thereby enabling them to provide efficient, quality dental treatment
  • At the direction of the dentist, complete x-rays and intra-oral pictures of patients as appropriate
  • At the direction of the dentist, instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care.
  • Sterilize and disinfect instruments, equipment, and operatories in accordance with the American Dental Association guidelines
  • Maintain strict compliance with State, Federal, and other regulations, (e.g., OSHA, WC, Dental Board, HIPAA, ADA, DOL, HR policies and practices)

Qualifications

  • Equivalent to high school diploma or general education degree (GED), and specified training courses as mandated by state for certification, licensure, or registration
  • Certifications/licenses/registrations as mandated by applicable state (e.g. coronal polish, radiograph exposure, ultrasonic scaling for orthodontic procedures, pit and fissure sealant application, etc)
  • Associate degree or one-year certificate from an accredited college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred

Benefits

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Child care assistance
  • 401K
  • Paid time to volunteer in your local community
  • Shift premium pay for eligible roles who work weekends

Compensation Information

$22.25-$30.75 / Hourly

PDS Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are united in our mission to create healthier and happier team members.

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