Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) - Aviation Pediatric Dentl Associates - Memphis, TN

Full Job Description We are looking for a friendly and competent dental assistant who wants to and enjoys caring for children, teens and special needs patients. Dental assistants applying should be supportive, well-organized and responsible. Because you are a key part of helping our patients look forward to their visit, we would like for you to be skilled in maintainging a safe and clean work space, providing a calm and welcoming environment and in complaince with procedures and regulations. 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. Qualifications High school or equivalent (Preferred) Graduated from a dental assisting program: RDA Dental assisting experience (Preferred) X-Ray Certification Coronal Polishing and Nitrous Certifications Sealant Certification (Preferred) Responsibilities Welcome patients in the dental office Select and set up instruments, equipment and materials needed Prepare customers for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry Provide exceptional dental care within your scope Keep rooms clean and well-stocked Provide oral hygiene and pre and post-operative care instructions Sterilize instruments properly according to regulations Perform lab tasks as instructed Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures if needed Schedule appointments Maintain an environment that will build long-lasting, trusting relationships with the pediatric patients Help patients look forward to the dentist and dental visit Work with the team to help the entire office meet its goals Skills Graduated from dental assistant school Qualified experience as dental assistant Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods Understanding of health & safety regulations Great computer skills/dental software Excellent communication and strong people skills Well-organized and reliable Job Type: Part-time Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour Benefits: Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off Schedule: 8 hour shift Tuesday thru Thursday Experience: Dental Assisting: 1 year (Preferred) New Graduates License/Certification: Registered Dental Assistant (Preferred) X-Ray Certification (Preferred) Nitrous Certification (Preferred) Coronal Polishing Certification (Preferred) Sealant Certification (Preferred) BLS/CPR Certification PALS Certification (Preferred) Job Type: Part-time Pay: $16.00 - $21.00 per hour Benefits: Continuing education credits Employee discount On-the-job training Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Work Location: In person

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