Registered Dental Assistant

PDS Health; Texas; On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement

Child care assistance

401K

Paid time to volunteer in your local区

Shift premium pay for weekends

Job summary

PDS Health, serving Dentists of Montgomery in Texas, seeks a Registered Dental Assistant to support dentists and enhance patient care. The role emphasizes preparing patients for treatment, assisting with procedures, and maintaining a sterile, compliant practice environment.

Responsibilities include taking X-rays as directed, educating patients on care, and adhering to ADA guidelines and regulatory requirements. A team-driven mindset and commitment to quality are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required with state-mandated training.
• Certifications/licensures as required by state.
• Associate degree or certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist to gain patient commitment for best possible treatment with urgency.
• Contribute to the Perfect Patient Experience by focusing on patient needs.
• Maintain a clean, sterile environment and prepare patients for treatment.
• Take x-rays and intra-oral pictures as directed by the dentist.
• Instruct patients on postoperative and oral health care.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments, equipment, and operatories per ADA guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations (OSHA, HIPAA, ADA, etc.).

Education

High school diploma or GED; state-mandated certification/licensure

State licensure/certifications (e.g., radiograph exposure, coronal polish)

Associate degree or one-year certificate preferred

Job description

Now is the time to join Dentists of Montgomery. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals.

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

$18.25-$25.50 / Hourly

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