Silver Screen Dental is a state-of-the-art, one-doctor, general dentistry practice located in Austin, TX. We are seeking a Registered Dental Assistant to join our team full time. Our ideal RDA will have a warm, friendly demeanor and be willing to help out wherever is needed. This position might sometimes share front office duties, offering you variety throughout the day. If this position sounds like a good fit - apply today, we'd love to hear from you!
Schedule: Monday 9am-6pm, Tuesday-Thursday 6:30am-3pm
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Paid Holidays, 401K with matching, long term disability, short term disability, life insurance, attainable bonuses, and a supportive team offering growth and development opportunities.
Responsibilities:
- Welcome patients into the office - make them feel at ease
- Prepare patients for treatment and/or exams
- Select and set up instruments, equipment, and materials 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 operatories clean and well-stocked
- Schedule appointments
- Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures
- Order dental supplies and keep track of dental supply inventory
- Assist front office team members with administrative duties as needed
Qualifications:
- Active Registered Dental Assistant License for the state of Texas
- Active CPR Certification
- 1-3 years of experience as an RDA
- Radiology Certification
- Nitrous Certified is preferred but not required
- Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
- Understanding of health & safety regulations
- Ability to perform regulated surgical and nonsurgical tasks
- Strong computer skills - Denticon experience is a plus!
- Willingness to help in the front office
- Excellent communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Well-organized and reliable
- Experience with Sleep Apnea, Invisalign, implants, root canals, and oral surgery would be a plus!