Job Opening: Registered Dental Assistant
Daybreak Dental
Daybreak Dental is excited to announce an opening for a committed and skilled Registered Dental Assistant to join our dynamic team. This Full-Time position is an excellent opportunity for a dental professional seeking to advance their career in a supportive and thriving environment. As an innovator in dental health services, Daybreak Dental prioritizes patient care and team collaboration. Please note that this position is not eligible for remote work arrangements and requires on-site presence at our facility.
We are looking for an outstanding Dental Assistant who possesses a passion for patient care and a desire to provide exceptional service. The ideal candidate will be a proactive team player with the ability to handle dental care tasks efficiently under the guidance of our dentists. This role involves direct patient interaction and contributes significantly to the first-class dental care we are known for. With a structured format in place, the selected candidate will work alongside seasoned professionals, gaining hands-on experience and contributing to our collective goal of premium dental health.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures.
- Manage dental and radiographic imaging.
- Ensure operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements.
- Maintain patient confidence and protect operations by keeping information confidential.
- Prepare treatment room for patient by following prescribed procedures and protocols.
- Educate patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
- Document dental care services by charting in patient records.
- Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
- Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years of chairside dental assisting experience.
- Registered Dental Assistant certification is required (Texas).
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with proficiency in English; Spanish proficiency is a plus!
- Experience with Invisalign and iTero preferred.
- Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods.
- Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Proven dedication to providing high-quality, empathetic patient care.
- Implant experience is considered an asset.
- Availability to work Monday from 9:30am-6:30pm and Tuesday-Friday from 7:30am-4:30pm.
- Compensation range: $24-28 per hour, depending on experience.