What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) position at Empower Dental?
About us
Empower Dental is private dental office emphasizing modern technology and care. We provide a safe and relaxed work setting where we can get to know our patients and provide them high quality care.
We are looking to add to our dental family!!
Private cosmetic dental practice looking for a part-time dental assistant to provide cheerful, superior service in our startup dental practice. The opportunity to work 1-2 days a week in a flexible schedule.
Position Summary: Under Direct and Indirect Supervision, The dental assistant will assist the Dentist in both administrative and clinical duties including: prepare patient for procedure or exam, sterilize and disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, and prepare materials, and assist during dental procedures. Provide patient and practice support services; including, but not limited to, personal assistance, medical attention, and emotional support.
Answer inquiries and obtain information for general public, patients, visitors, and other interested parties.
Success Factors:
- Must be detail oriented in order to work efficiently in small spaces and maintain patient comfort.
- Punctual and organized
- Committed to their own professional development
- You must be flexible and understand that your job duties may change from time to time and that you may be asked to help out in other areas of the office.
- Must excel in forward thinking in order to anticipate the needs of the doctor as well as the patient.
- Must demonstrate active listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
- Must demonstrate good reading comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
- Meticulous in record keeping
- Must demonstrate excellent communication skills - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
- Always maintain the highest level of confidentiality to HIPAA standards.
- Adhere to strict safety guidelines and procedures to OSHA and office standards.
- Adhere to office policy and procedures when collecting payments.
Experience and Education:
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. Certificate required.
- Diploma or certificate from an approved 281 dental assisting program as accredited by CODA is preferred, but willing to train the right person.
- Preferred two years dental practice experience.
If you are enthusiastic, friendly, and a quick learner, please send the following two items via Indeed or email:
1. Your resume with contact information
2. Your short and thoughtful answers to at least three of the following questions:
- Tell us a little about yourself
- What is the best thing about you?
- How would your previous co-workers describe you and your work?
- What about this job is attractive to you?
- What does being in service to customers mean to you?
We may not respond to all who apply. EOE.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- On-the-job training
- Referral program
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- RDA license (Required)
Work Location: In person