Description
Practice Name: DeZavala Dental and Braces
Title: RDA II
Description: Join our team in creating beautiful smiles as a Full-Time Registered Dental Assistant at our new practice! We're looking for a skilled professional to provide exceptional care and support to our valued patients. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing practice dedicated to excellence in oral health. If you love helping people achieve beautiful smiles, have a passion for delivering excellent customer service and enjoy working in a positive, team-oriented environment, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now to embark on a rewarding career with us.
As a Registered Dental Assistant with us, you'll have the chance to showcase your expertise and passion for dentistry while working alongside a supportive team. Your role will involve assisting our dentists during procedures, preparing treatment rooms, and providing patients with comfort and reassurance.
Our ideal candidate is someone who is not only experienced and knowledgeable in dental procedures but also has a warm and friendly demeanor. If you're looking for a rewarding position where you can make a difference in people's lives, we'd love to hear from you!
Position Overview
As a Tier 2 Registered Dental Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of dental procedures and providing top-notch patient care. Your responsibilities will include assisting dentists and hygienists during various dental treatments, performing advanced chairside duties, and overseeing the organization and sterilization of dental instruments. Additionally, you will be involved in patient education, maintaining accurate patient records, and collaborating closely with other members of the dental team to deliver exceptional service. This position requires a high level of technical proficiency, strong communication skills, and a commitment to upholding the highest standards of dental care and professionalism.
PROFICIENT IN THE FOLLOWING TDB OPERATING SYSTEMS
Patient Communication
Labs
Patient Follow Up
Clinical Records
Op Set Up
Diagnosing & Phasing
Route Slip
Scheduling
What You Will Do
Readies patients for dental treatment by welcoming, comforting, seating, and draping patients.
Supports dental care delivery by preparing treatment rooms, patients, instruments, and materials in compliance with the Dental Practice Act.
Assembles instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to the treatment area, positioning instruments for dentist’s access, suctioning, and passing instruments.
Provides dental materials by selecting, mixing, and placing them on instruments and in the patient’s mouth.
Produces diagnostic information by pouring, trimming, and polishing study casts.
Ensures all x-rays are current and accurately labeled.
Maintains patient appearance and ability to masticate by fabricating temporary restorations and cleaning and polishing removable appliances.
Routinely conducts procedures such as bleaching, nightguards, crown deliveries, and suture removals.
Assists dentists in managing dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply, and an emergency telephone directory.
Educates patients through the provision of oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
Documents dental care services by charting in patient records and ensures periodontal charting is up to date, notifying the hygienist when necessary.
Coordinates the office recall system with the hygienist, to ensure future appointments are scheduled before the patient leaves the operatory.
Ensures all treatment plans and consent forms are signed and on file.
Maintains patient confidentiality and protects operational integrity by ensuring the security and confidentiality of information.
Ensures a safe and clean work environment by adhering to procedures, rules, and regulations.
Protects patients and staff by following infection-control policies and protocols.
Ensures dental equipment is operational by completing preventive maintenance, following manufacturer's instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, and evaluating new equipment and techniques.
Maintains dental supply inventory by checking stock levels, anticipating needed supplies, placing and expediting orders, and verifying receipt of supplies.
Conserves dental resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish desired results.
Maintains accurate records of all lab cases and conducts quality checks on lab work.
Complete lab scripts, boxing and preparing.
Schedules appointments according to provider time scheduling guidelines, fills gaps in the schedule and audits for accuracy.
Participates in and assists with End of Day procedures, engages in downtime protocols, and ensures completion of the daily assigned checklist.
Offers new assistants the chance to shadow and provide assistance as part of their training.
Assists the team in cleaning the office (trash, floors, restrooms, instruments, etc.).
All other duties as assigned.
Location: San Antonio
Information:
Status: Full Time
Rate:
Benefits: Medical, Dental and Life insurance available
Applying:
Please send inquiries and resumes to: Angela Sanchez at admin@dezavaladentalandbraces.com or
Preferred method of application: Email