REGISTERED DENTAL ASSISTANT

REGISTERED DENTAL ASSISTANT

Stafford, TX Job Details Full-time $15.50 - $19.50 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Chairside assisting Direct patient care Spanish Patient flow optimization Electronic health records (EHR) management Computer literacy Filing State healthcare regulations Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise Administrative experience High school diploma or GED Preventive health (patient care) Dental sterilization procedures Medical administrative support Disinfection procedures Registered Dental Assistant Dental equipment Medical equipment cleaning Computer skills Equipment maintenance Operating medical imaging equipment Patient interaction Dental Assisting 1 year Patient charting Equipment inventory management Managing patient records Communication skills Entry level

Full Job Description Now Hiring:

Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) Stafford, TX Full-Time | Non-Exempt $15.50 - $19.50 per hour Be More Than a Job Seeker—Be a Changemaker! At AccessHealth Community Health Center , we're not just filling positions—we're building a team of healthcare heroes dedicated to making a real impact in the communities we serve. Established in 1975 , AccessHealth is a private, not-for-profit community health center committed to providing high-quality, integrated healthcare services that improve lives. If you're passionate about patient care, teamwork, and community health, we invite you to join us. Position Summary The Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) is a full-time role responsible for assisting dentists and dental hygienists in the delivery of primary dental care services. This position also ensures proper sterilization, preparation, and inventory control of dental instruments and supplies while maintaining compliance with all safety and infection control standards.

Work Schedule Monday-Friday:

8am - 5pm Essential Duties & Responsibilities Assist dentists, dental hygienists, and students chairside during dental procedures Prepare and maintain operatories according to Dental Department protocols Expose and develop dental radiographs in compliance with state regulations Follow patient preparation and dismissal procedures Perform delegated duties in accordance with state law and dental protocols Maintain and care for dental equipment per manufacturer and department guidelines Ensure strict compliance with infection control, exposure control, and safety policies Sterilize reusable dental instruments and properly dispose of contaminated materials Monitor patient flow and assist with accurate completion of patient records Pull, review, and file patient charts as required Communicate professionally with patients, answering questions and providing guidance as authorized Assist with administrative and clinical tasks as needed Participate in health promotion and disease prevention activities Travel between sites as operational needs require Perform additional duties as assigned to support organizational goals

Education, Licensure & Qualifications Required:

High School Diploma or GED Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) with active licensure through TSBDE Completion of an accredited dental assisting program Minimum 1 year of dental assisting experience

Preferred:

Bilingual in

Spanish Skills & Attributes:

High ethical standards and professionalism Well-organized and self-directed Strong communication and interpersonal skills Team-oriented with a patient-first mindset Ability to multitask and meet deadlines Computer proficiency (EMR, copier, fax, etc.) Commitment to quality, confidentiality, and community healthcare