What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) position at Peak Dental Services?
Silver Screen Dental, a state-of-the-art, one-doctor practice in Austin, TX is looking for a Lead Registered Dental Assistant with a great personality and a warm, friendly demeanor to join our team full-time. We believe everyone deserves a healthy smile and work hard to ensure that dental health is our number one priority. This position offers full benefits, a supportive team environment, as well as growth and advancement opportunities. 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
Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):
*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
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Paid Holidays, 401K with matching, Attainable Bonuses, Daytime Hours, and a supportive team offering growth and development opportunities.
Requirements:
*Active Registered Dental Assistant License for the state of Texas
*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!
Salary : $18 - $23
