Experienced RDA in 78209

RDA Job Listing
We deliver a hospitality-based patient experience in an established, contracted PPO private practice where our practice has intentionally built systems and processes that create a consistently great experience for everyone involved.
Our new team member will be responsible for warmly greeting, seating and discharging patients, preparing equipment and materials for dental treatment, while performing four-handed dental assisting in general dentistry including temp crowns, endo and implant placement as well as perform other chairside and office procedures and duties as assigned by the OM or DDS.
JOB DUTIES:
• Prepares and restocks treatments rooms and other clinical support areas as needed.
• Stocks and changes all chemical solutions such as, disinfectant soaks and sprays, sterilizing compounds, and ultrasonic cleaning solutions, etc.
• Reviews medical history, progress from the previous visit, if applicable, and the scheduled treatment plan with each patient.
• Performs four-handed dental assisting procedures to including aspirating and retracting tissues ensuring patient comfort and safety.
• Removes post-extraction and surgical dressings.
• Pours and trims impression casts.
• Records treatment rendered in the patient’s chart and charges out all procedures.
• Instructs patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs.
• Provides postoperative instructions prescribed by dentist.
• Escorts patient to the administrative office for follow-up and rescheduling.
• Disinfect all treatment rooms and sterilizes instruments after each patient appointment following infection control protocols.
• Maintains cleanliness of treatment rooms, lab and sterilizing areas as well as the office spaces.
• Discuss treatment options, importance and follow up recommended care
• Providing teeth polishing and sealant placement procedure, laser whitening and Curodont placement (with required certifications)
• Creating positive and uplifting patient environments by patient engagement before, during and after visits and represents themselves during work as on extension of the office/DDS in a professional and caring manner to patients, teammates and supervisors.
• Strong demonstration of task completion and dedication to detail
• Experienced in digital charting, x-rays and 3D imaging and scanning.
• Manage inventory of dental supplies and ensure proper storage and utilization order.
· Process equipment and facility repair requests as needed.
• Complies with and enforces all practice policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
• Complies with and enforces all OSHA policies, procedures, rules, and regulations, and reports incidents and/or violations as required.
• Complies with and enforces all HIPAA standards, and reports ethics and compliance violations as required.
• Complies with assigned work schedules and the practice’s timekeeping policies.
• Answer incoming office/patient calls as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.
JOB SKILLS/ QUALIFICATIONS:
· Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills in the English language.
· Must possess effective problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
· Ability to maintain a professional manner while addressing complex or sensitive issues.
· Ability to respond to emergent or stressful situation in a calm or professional manner.
· Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, work independently, multitask, and produce results in a high stress environment.
· Must possess intermediate computer skills using basic applications.
· Must possess knowledge of federal, state, and commercial insurance regulations and programs.
· Ability to read and comprehend patient medical history information, insurance explanations of benefits, computer screens and performance metrics.
* Spanish Bilingual a plus.
* Cross trained in admin/front desk, a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to do the following:
• Must have good or corrected vision as well as effective peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Must have good manual dexterity and be able to use repetitive motion of the hands and arms.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for up to one hour.
• Must be able to occasionally move about inside the office to perform administrative tasks.
• Must be able to constantly operate a computer and/or other office equipment such as a calculator, copy machine, or printer.
• Must be able to frequently and effectively communicate in both written and verbal form.
• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds and/or push/pull objects up to 100 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of radiation. The noise level is usually moderate.

CERTIFICATE, LICENSES, REQUIREMENTS:
· Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
· Texas Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) certification.
EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
· High school diploma or equivalent.
· Minimum of three (3) year dental assisting work experience.
--nitrous certification is a PLUS.
--coronal polishing certification is a PLUS.
-Spanish Bilingual a plus.

• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Competitive hourly pay based on abilities and experience
• In-house Dental Benefits
• An inclusive, supportive and welcoming team environment
• 4.5 days work week (off by 1230 on Fridays) 1 hour lunch M-Th
• On-the-job training
• Supportive team culture
• Opportunity to grow into Lead Assistant role
• Other benefits may be discussed
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