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Registered Dental Assistant

Pacific Dental Services

Katy (TX)

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USD 60,000 - 80,000

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Job summary

Join a leading dental practice as a Registered Dental Assistant where you will help ensure patients receive exceptional care in a supportive environment. Responsibilities include assisting the dentist with treatments, maintaining compliance with safety regulations, and educating patients about oral health. Enjoy a competitive hourly wage, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

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

Qualifications

  • Equivalent to high school diploma or GED and training as mandated by state.
  • Certifications as mandated by applicable state.
  • Associate degree or one-year certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Assist the dentist to gain patient commitment for optimal treatment.
  • Maintain a clean, sterile, and cheerful environment.
  • Complete x-rays and instruct patients on care as directed by the dentist.

Skills

Patient Care
Infection Control
Dental Assisting

Education

High School Diploma or GED
Certifications as mandated by state
Associate degree or one-year certificate

Job description

Now is the time to join Fulshear Modern Dentistry. 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


$19.25-$27.00 / 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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