Dental Assistant
Job Description
Are you an experienced Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) looking for a practice where your skills are valued and your work makes a difference? We'd love to meet you!
Our privately owned, growing dental practice is seeking a compassionate, dependable, and team-oriented Registered Dental Assistant to support our dentists and hygienists in delivering exceptional patient care. You'll play an important role in creating a comfortable, positive experience for every patient while helping our practice continue to grow.
The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of dental assisting experience, a current RDA license, and excellent communication, organizational, and patient care skills. If you're passionate about dentistry, enjoy working in a collaborative environment, and take pride in providing outstanding care, we encourage you to apply today!
Compensation:$24+ hourly DOE
Responsibilities:
- Welcome patients and help them feel comfortable by explaining procedures and treatment plans.
- Prepare treatment rooms by setting up sterilized instruments, equipment, materials, and supplies.
- Review and update medical histories, record vital information, and take digital dental X-rays.
- Assist dentists and hygienists during procedures by providing chairside support, passing instruments, and maintaining a clean, efficient work area.
- Apply topical anesthetic and perform expanded duties as permitted by your license and state regulations.
- Provide patients with post-treatment instructions, answer questions about oral health and home care, and schedule follow-up appointments.
- Follow infection control and sterilization protocols to ensure a safe environment for patients and the dental team.
Qualifications:
- Experience with dental software, updating patient histories, and computer skills are needed
- Need state licensure as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA)
- An Associate’s Degree or a certification from a college or technical school training program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation is required
- Superb interpersonal skills, customer service, organization, and excellent communication skills are desired
- Current BLS/CPR certification is required
- Minimum 3 years of dental assisting experience as a registered dental assistant or certified dental assistant
About Company
Our tight-knit practice is growing and looking for the right person to complete our team! Here are just a few perks of working with us:
- Fun team events: We believe in fostering a fun and positive work environment.
- Location: Located in the heart of downtown Anacortes, very convenient!
- Up-To-Date Equipment: We pride ourselves on using the latest equipment, including the iTero digital scanning system.
- Stability: Our practice is well-established, and we plan to expand and grow for the next several years.
We are enthusiastic, friendly, compassionate, and committed to the mission of delivering high-quality general dentistry. Fri, Sat-Sunday- currently closed.
