What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Dental Assistant position at Abilene Dental?
REGISTERED DENTAL ASSISTANT WANTED | AVAILABLE TO START RIGHT AWAY
CANDIDATE MUST BE ABLE TO COMMUTE OR WILLING TO RELOCATE AT ABILENE, TX
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
- Welcome customers in the dental office
- Prepare customers for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort
- Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
- 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 1-2 years of experience as Registered Dental Assistant.
- 1 - 2 years of Dental Experience.
- CPR Certification.
- Polishing Certificate.
- RDA Certificate.
- Sealants Certificate.
- Bilingual is a plus
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
- Registered Dental Assistant: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
- Sealant Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Abilene, TX 79606 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $22