Registered Dental Assistant at DAUGHTERS OF CHARITY SERVICES OF NEW ORLEANS – San Antonio, Texas

Job Summary:

This successful candidate for this position will have excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work well in a team. They must also demonstrate empathy and patience when working with all patients. Dental Assistant to join our team, who is reliable, self-motivated, positive, effectively multitask, have excellent customer service and communication skills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide superior chairside assistance to supported dentists during a wide variety of procedures in accordance with the state dental practice act
• Prepare treatment rooms and instruments for dental procedures
• Take and process x-rays and other diagnostic assessments
• Sterilize and maintain dental instruments and equipment
• Prepare treatment room with strict adherence to safety protocols and following OSHA & CDC recommendations
• Manage supply and inventory levels, as well as place and expedite orders as needed
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-operative care
• Perform patient assessments, including taking vital signs and medical history
• Assist with dental lab tasks, such as pouring impressions and trimming models
• Utilize Dentrix for patient scheduling and record keeping
• Provide support to front office staff, including scheduling appointments and managing patient records, insurance billing

Complexity of Work:

Within the scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment.

Personal Protective Equipment:

Follows Standard Precautions using personal equipment as required

Minimum Qualifications:

• Certified from accredited dental program
• Team member must have active RDA License and CPR Certification.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience Dental Assisting ( 3 year), preferred
• Experience with Dentrix or equivalent
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Valid Class C Texas Driver License
• License/ Certification: X-Ray Certification, preferred
• Experience working in a private practice setting
• Must be registered with Texas State Board of Dental Examiners.
• Bilingual, (A plus)

Competencies: Customer Focus, Ensures Accountability, Communicates Effectively, Values Differences, Demonstrates Self Awareness, Instills Trust