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REGISTERED DENTAL ASSISTANT WANTED

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AVAILABLE TO START RIGHT AWAY JOB IN PERSON - CANDIDATE MUST BE ABLE TO COMMUTE OR WILLING TO RELOCATE AT

Portland Texas, 78374 We are looking for a Registered Dental Assistant who will make the dentist's office more efficient and pleasant for patients. You'll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist's shoulders. Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible.

Responsibilities :

Prepare customers for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort. Select and set up the necessary instruments, equipment, and materials. Sterilize instruments according to regulations. Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry. Undertake lab tasks as instructed. Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions. Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked. Schedule appointments. Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures.

Skills Required:

Proven 1+ years of experience as a Registered Dental Assistant. 1+ Years of Open Dental Experience is preferred not required. Must have Registered Dental Assistant(RDA) Certification. Bilingual is preferred not required. Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods. Understanding of health & safety regulations. Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus. Good computer skills. Excellent communication and people skills. Attention to detail. Well-organized and reliable. High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred. Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA).

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

Registered Dental Assistant:

1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) Certification (Required) CPR Certification (Preferred)

License/Certification:

CPR Certification (Preferred) Dental Assistant license (Required)

Job Type:

Full-time Work Location:

In person (Portland Texas, 78374)

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)

Open Dental:

1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Coronal Polish Certificate (Preferred) Sealant Certification (Preferred) Certified Dental Assistant (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Portland, TX 78374 (Required)

Work Location:

In person