registered dental assistant
Your tasks
Job Summary
- We are seeking an urgent, dependable Registered Dental Assistant to support a busy dental practice and help deliver a welcoming, efficient patient experience.
- Assist the dentist and clinical team with patient care, treatment preparation, and accurate documentation. The role may also support front-office tasks, including patient check-in and appointment coordination.
- Candidates with experience in General Dentistry are encouraged to apply. Familiarity with Maxident is helpful.
- Follow applicable infection-control, patient-privacy, and workplace-safety procedures.
Duties
- Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials before appointments; clean and reset rooms between patients.
- Assist the dentist during examinations and procedures, including passing instruments and supporting patient comfort.
- Take and process dental images as permitted by applicable credentials and practice protocols.
- Record patient histories, treatment notes, and other clinical information accurately in the practice?s system.
- Explain routine care instructions to patients and families, using clear, considerate communication.
- Support pediatric patients with patience and help create a calm, reassuring visit.
- Assist with orthodontic appointments and related clinical workflows when qualified and directed.
- Help with dental receptionist duties as needed, such as greeting patients, confirming appointments, and coordinating schedules.
- Use knowledge of medical terminology and dental terminology to communicate clearly with patients and colleagues.
- Maintain organized supplies and follow established sterilization and infection-prevention procedures.
Requirements
Experience
- Current Registered Dental Assistant credentials required, with any additional certifications or permits required for assigned duties.
- Prior dental assisting experience preferred; experience in a pediatric or orthodontic setting is a plus.
- Familiarity with Maxident is desirable. Candidates should be comfortable learning electronic health record and practice-management systems.
- Working knowledge of dental instruments, chairside procedures, infection control, patient confidentiality, and medical terminology.
- Strong organization, attention to detail, professionalism, and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively, adapt to a fast-paced clinical environment, and provide respectful care to patients of varied ages.
What we offer
Pay: $29.00-$30.00 per hour
- Dental care
- On-site parking
Other
Expected hours: 75.0 per week
Work Location: In person