Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)
Company: Jefferson Dental Clinics
Location: Richardson
Posted on: May 16, 2022
Job Description:
Who Are We?
We are Jefferson Dental & Orthodontics and we believe in taking a
personal approach to dentistry. Since our humble beginnings in
Texas in 1967, we've been a trusted friend for our patients near
and far. At Jefferson, we understand it takes more than clinical
excellence to earn a patient's trust. It's of the utmost importance
that we all see the patient as a unique individual and demonstrate
that their care plan is designed around each of their needs. We'll
do whatever it takes to put a smile on each patient's face, so the
rest of the world can see how amazing it is. We truly change
people's lives. Do you want to be a part of our life changing
team?!
Our philosophy is simple: Our Care Changes People's Lives. We treat
our patients like family to provide the best dental experience
because we know a happy, confident smile leads to a better life. We
deliver the highest quality care, making dentistry convenient and
affordable for everyone. Join our new Hygiene team for the
opportunity to have a fulfilling career giving our patients the
happy, confident smile they deserve.
The Dental Assistant works under the supervision of the Lead RDA
and are responsible for a wide range of tasks in the dental office
- ranging from patient care and education to administrative duties
to laboratory functions. Note: All employees need to be flexible
and available to provide dental assistance and perform front desk
duties based on the patient needs and as directed by office
management.
What You'll Do
- Prepare patients for Dentist examination through pre-exam
evaluations, including iTero scanning, X-rays, medical history and
obtaining vitals
- Build relationship with patients to ensure they comfortable and
relaxed throughout visit
- Assist Dentist with dental charting, chair-side procedure
assistance such as suctioning, swabbing, place and remove of rubber
dams/matrices/wedges, application of topical anesthetic; and
materials and instrument preparation including but not limited to
cements, amalgam, composites, impression materials etc.
- Perform infection control to CDC, ADA, and OSHA standards;
sterilize treatment rooms before and after patient visits,
sterilize instruments and other work areas
- Advanced duties include sealant application and nitrous
monitoring after completing required courses Competencies for
Excellence
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Expresses ideas
concisely both orally or written; Tailors communication to specific
person/audience; anticipates and manages effects of
communication
- Concern for Order and Quality; Detail-Oriented: High standards
for quality; Keeps records, checks quality of work and
documentation; Must follow specific protocols to ensure
compliance
- Teamwork: Work to develop friendly and supporting atmosphere;
Pitch in and help others
- Self-Management: Exhibit self-confidence while interacting with
patients and team; Functions effective under pressure; Manages own
behavior to prevent or reduce feelings of stress
- Integrity & Credibility: Able to gain the trust and respect of
patients and co-workers; Professional yet caring demeanor
- Adaptability: Adapts to change in direction in order to support
changing priorities * Diversity: Adapts and integrates into diverse
work group and patient population
The Perks!
- Competitive pay and bonus structure - starting salary $17/hour
and bonuses of up to $800/month*!
- New Grads welcome!
- Growth and advancement opportunities for leadership
roles
- Vacation and PTO
- $25,000 of Company-paid Life Insurance
- Wide variety of additional benefits including:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Short-term and Long-term Disability
- Health Saving Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Dependent Care Spending Account
- Supplement Life Insurance for you or your dependents
- 401(k)
- Accident
- Critical Illness
- Identity Protection
- Team Member Assistance Program
- Bonus potential based on achieving certain number of business
objectives per month
Job Requirements
- Valid RDA License required
- CPR certification highly preferred
- High School diploma or equivalent
Keywords: Jefferson Dental Clinics, Richardson , Registered Dental Assistant (RDA), Healthcare , Richardson, Texas
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