Ortho Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)
21 days ago
San Antonio
Job DescriptionJob description Join our team at Jefferson Dental and Orthodontics and become a part of our mission to provide exceptional patient care through education and empathy. As a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA), you will play a crucial role in delivering top-notch dental services while ensuring our patients have a 5-star experience. If you're passionate about dentistry and patient well-being, we invite you to apply and grow with us. Position Overview: As an Ortho RDA, you will work under the guidance of our Lead Registered Dental Assistant and Doctor, performing various office functions that contribute to our patients' overall well-being. Your responsibilities will encompass chairside assistance, patient care and education, laboratory tasks, and administrative duties. Additionally, you will receive cross-training to assist with front office tasks, all aimed at maintaining our commitment to a 5-star patient experience. Core Responsibilities: • Foster a comfortable and welcoming environment for patients throughout their visit., • Gather and record patients' medical history for the dentist's reference., • Perform dental imaging, including x-rays and impressions., • Manage patient records and complete dental charting., • Organize and prepare instruments for dental procedures., • Administer topical anesthetics and assist with various clinical procedures., • Assist the dentist during treatments by handing instruments and materials., • Educate patients on effective dental care practices., • Create temporary crowns and assist with dental preparations., • Adhere to strict infection control protocols to meet industry standards., • Sterilize dental instruments and equipment, ensuring patient safety., • Provide support in various clinic areas as assigned by leadership as needed., • Participate in community outreach activities as needed. Competencies for Excellence: • Leadership and Influence: Set and communicate goals, enhancing organizational commitment and acknowledging contributions., • Integrity & Credibility: Build trust and respect among patients, colleagues, and leaders through professional conduct., • Initiative and Results Orientation: Establish challenging goals, measure outcomes, and handle crises effectively., • Effective Communication: Understand and tailor communication to others' needs, anticipating and managing its impact., • Concern for Order and Quality: Maintain meticulous records, ensuring accuracy without compromising deadlines., • Teamwork: Foster a friendly and collaborative atmosphere, aiding colleagues., • Self-Management: Exhibit self-confidence, function effectively under pressure, and manage behavior to reduce stress., • Adaptability: Embrace change and support shifting priorities., • Diversity: Adapt and integrate into a diverse work environment and patient population., • Customer Service Excellence: Become a trusted advisor to patients, emphasizing and delivering a 5-star experience. Job Requirements: • Minimum age of 18 required., • High School Diploma or equivalent required., • Bilingual (English/Spanish) highly preferred., • Active RDA certification and License required at time of hire., • Minimum 1 year of Dental office experience highly preferred., • Minimum 1 year of patient care or customer service experience highly preferred., • Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including data entry., • Reliable transportation and availability to work clinic hours, including Saturdays. Join our dedicated team at Jefferson Dental and Orthodontics and contribute to our mission of providing exceptional dental care and a 5-star patient experience. If you're ready to make a positive impact on patients' lives and grow professionally, apply today. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $17.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k), • Dental insurance, • Health insurance, • Paid time off, • Vision insurance Schedule: • 8 hour shift, • Monday to Friday, • Weekends as needed Application Question(s): • What are your pay expectations? Experience: • Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred) Language: • Spanish (Preferred) License/Certification: • X-Ray Certification (Preferred), • Texas RDA License (Required) Ability to Relocate: • San Antonio, TX 78227: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person Powered by JazzHR UQXISLKhAz