Registered Dental Assistant

About the role

The Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) supports the Dentist during treatments, exams, and treatment discussions with patients. This position collaborates with other team members to perform general RDA duties.

Job Responsibilities

• Greet and prepare patients for exams, completing digital charting and verifying codes with precision.
• Capture quality x-ray images.
• Aid the dentist with various treatment procedures.
• Set up and sterilize exam and treatment rooms.
• Discuss treatment options, their importance, and follow-up care recommendations.
• Perform teeth polishing and sealant placement procedures (with required certifications).
• Schedule patient treatment appointments as needed.
• Ensure proper sterilization of instruments and adhere to cross-contamination standards.
• Create positive and uplifting patient environments by engaging with patients before, during, and after visits.
• Guide parents and patients through post-care instructions.
• Assist patients with company-provided prizes and dismissals.
• Understand and comply with HIPAA guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• Texas Issued Registered Dental Assistant Licensing
• Sealant Placement, Nitrous Monitoring, and Coronal Polishing Certifications preferred (if 2+ years of experience, company provides courses)
• Digital x-ray and Digital Charting Experience

Key Skills and Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently, self-starter, and demonstrate initiative
• Flexible and innovative; adaptable to dynamic business environment
• Highly engaged; supportive of leadership and role model for company values and guiding behaviors
• Strong task completion and attention to detail
• Team player and excellent interpersonal skills
• Prompt and timely with work schedule
• Exceptional customer service skills, great at building relationships with new people

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health (PPO/HSA), Vision, Dental
• Disability insurance (STD/LTD)
• Accident Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee, Spouse, and Child Life Insurance Options
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Hep B and CPR Certifications
• Company provided scrubs
• Career growth opportunities
• Company provided online learning courses
• Competitive compensation
• Paid training
• Employee fun days
• Holiday celebrations
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Perks @ Work, Employee Discount Program

Schedule and Location

Monday-Friday
One Location - Family Smiles
Burleson

Additional Information

Community Dental Partners is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.