Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) - Hurst Dental - Plano, TX

Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for assisting the dentist in the clinical treatment of patients
New grads welcome. Training is available from experienced staff members. We take work-life balances seriously, we want to attract talents and encourage them to stay with us for long term. Many of our long-term staff members have been with us for over ten years. We believe that a happy team means happy patients.
SPECIFIC DUTIES
Patient Management
o Chart patients medical history, treatment notes, service rendered and any charges
o Perform clinical procedures as practice act allows and as directed by dentist
o Check the daily schedule for accuracy and provide schedule to dental team as appropriate
o Answer and respond to telephone calls with professionalism
Treatment Room Management and Sterilization
o Keep dental units ready, stocked and clean
o Oversee cleanliness of the treatment room according to sterilization procedures
o Sterilize all instruments and handpieces according to OSHA regulations
o Keep trays, instruments and treatment room drawers organized
o Maintain dental office emergency kits and nitrous and oxygen tanks
Records Management
o Securely store and handle patient records in compliance with state and federal requirements, including the HIPAA privacy and security regulations
Inventory Management
o Monitor inventory and order dental office supplies
PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS
Education/Experience
o High school diploma or equivalent
o Graduate of accredited dental assisting program or dental assisting experience preferred
o Compliance with state dental practice requirements (e.g., x-ray requirements, OSHA training)
Interpersonal
o Good interpersonal skills to maintain effective rapport with patients, dentists, other staff members and community
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:

Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Opportunities for advancement
Paid time off
Professional development assistance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

License/Certification:

Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) certificate (Required)

Work Location: In person

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