Registered Dental Assistant - - Lavon, TX

Star Spangled Smiles | Lavon, TX (371 N State Hwy 78, Lavon TX 75166) Full-Time | On-Site | $18 - $24/hour (+ bonuses) | Opening January 2027 Join Our Team From Day One! Star Spangled Smiles is a brand-new, veteran-founded, family-owned dental practice opening in Lavon, Texas, in January 2027. We're looking for a motivated, dependable, and experienced Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) to join our team. We're seeking someone who is passionate about patient care, enjoys working in a supportive, team-oriented environment, and takes pride in delivering excellent clinical assistance. Our ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, proactive, comfortable with modern dental technology, and excited about the opportunity to grow with a new practice. Qualifications You Must Have - Active Texas Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) registration. - Minimum 2 years of hands-on dental assisting experience. - Bilingual in English and Spanish. - Strong knowledge of dental terminology, procedures, sterilization, and infection control protocols. - Ability to anticipate the dentist's needs and work efficiently in a busy clinical environment. - Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient care skills. - Reliable, punctual, organized, and a strong team player. - Proficiency in capturing high-quality dental radiographs using handheld X-ray devices, panoramic imaging, and CBCT systems. - Comfortable using modern dental technology and learning new clinical systems. What You Will Do - Provide chairside assistance during general, restorative, surgical, and other dental procedures. - Capture high-quality digital dental X-rays, panoramic images, and CBCT scans. - Perform digital intraoral scans using the iTero scanner. - Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials before procedures. - Follow proper sterilization, disinfection, and infection control protocols. - Maintain clean, organized, and properly stocked operatories and laboratory areas. - Assist with dental impressions, laboratory procedures, model pouring, and case preparation as needed. - Provide compassionate patient care, explain procedures, and help patients feel comfortable throughout their visits. - Support efficient patient flow, room turnover, and clinical scheduling. - Maintain accurate clinical records, update patient medical histories, record vital signs as appropriate, and reinforce dentist-approved post-operative instructions. - Assist with routine dental equipment maintenance, report equipment issues, and coordinate outside dental laboratory cases. - Monitor dental supplies and inventory and communicate replenishment needs. - Follow applicable OSHA, HIPAA, CDC, and Texas State Board of Dental Examiners guidelines. Qualifications We Prefer - Training and qualifications to perform coronal polishing. - Training and qualifications to apply pit and fissure sealants. - Current Texas nitrous oxide monitoring registration. - Experience assisting with dental implant procedures. - Experience with CBCT imaging, digital impressions, and modern dental technology. - Familiarity with Dentrix Ascend practice management software (distinct from traditional Dentrix). What You Can Expect - A positive, respectful, and team-oriented work environment. - Supportive leadership that values collaboration and communication. - An opportunity to help shape a brand-new dental practice from day one. - Modern dental technology, equipment, and clinical systems. - Opportunities for professional development and growth. - A team committed to exceptional patient care and shared success. Work Schedule - Monday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (closed on alternating Mondays) - Tuesday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM - Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM - Thursday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM - Friday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM - Saturday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM (closed on alternating Saturdays) - Sunday: Closed This position requires working alternating Saturdays. Sundays are always off, and the Monday following a scheduled Saturday will also be off, providing two consecutive days off. Schedule is subject to adjustment based on practice needs. Website: https://starspangledsmiles.com Anticipated Opening: January 2027 Facebook & Instagram: @Star.Spangled.Smiles Star Spangled Smiles is an equal opportunity employer. We value professionalism, teamwork, and respect for all patients and team members. Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour Expected hours: 36.0 – 40.0 per week Application Question(s): Have you read the job description in its entirety? Are you bilingual in English and Spanish? Have you reviewed the posted work schedule, including alternating Saturdays and Mondays off, and are you comfortable with it? This position requires a minimum of 2 years of hands-on dental assisting experience. Do you meet this requirement? Do you currently hold an active Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) registration with the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE)? Experience: Dental assisting: 2 years (Required) License/Certification: What is your favorite ice-cream flavor? (Preferred) Ability to Commute: Lavon, TX 75166 (Preferred) Work Location: In person

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