Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) - Mid County Dental Arts - Port Arthur, TX

Permanent Dental Assistant Job

Port Arthur, TX

Job Description

We are looking for a competent dental assistant who will make the dentist’s office more efficient and pleasant for patients. Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible.
Responsibilities

Welcome customers in the dental office
Prepare customers for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort
Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
Sterilize instruments according to regulations
Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry
Undertake lab tasks as instructed
Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
Schedule appointments
Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures

Skills

Proven experience as dental assistant
Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
Understanding of health & safety regulations
Good computer skills
Excellent communication and people skills
Attention to detail
Well-organized and reliable
High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $11.00 - $17.00 per hour
Benefits:

Dental insurance
Dependent health insurance coverage
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Vision insurance

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Experience:

Patient care: 1 year (Required)
Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

Registered Dental Assistant License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Port Arthur, TX 77642 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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