Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) - Parkview Pediatric Dentistry - Lubbock, TX

REGISTERED DENTAL ASSISTANT
**No FRIDAY afternoons!**Bonus eligibility**5-year loyalty trip**Christian work environment**Generous benefits**Paid certification opportunities**Pay is based on internal scale directly tied to the candidates skills**We WILL TRAIN the right candidate**
As Parkview Pediatric Dentistry continues to grow, our staffing needs grow with us. We are looking to add a motivated, talented, enthusiastic, energetic and hard-working individual to our already amazing team! This full-time RDA will have an integral role in patient care, including setting up and cleaning treatment rooms; escorting patients to the treatment room and making them comfortable; and assisting the dentist with clinical treatments.
RESPONSIBILITIES:

Take dental x-rays
Prepare and sterilize instruments, handpieces and other equipment in compliance with OSHA standards and CDC guidelines
Provide patient education and nutritional counseling to maintain oral health
Accurately and appropriately record provided treatment
Monitor inventory and order dental supplies
Counsel patients on oral health, including the role of nutrition
Follow protocol for treatment room management and sterilization
Securely handle patient records in compliance with office policies and procedures and applicable legal requirements, such as HIPPA regulations
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed and adhering to office attendance policies.
Should be reliable and have reliable transportation.
Should have professional appearance and be friendly.
Should be fluent in English. Bi-lingual (Spanish) is a plus.

REQUIREMENTS:

High school diploma or equivalent
Graduate of accredited dental assisting program
Coursework in dental instruments and procedures
Compliance with state dental practice requirements, such as x-ray requirements and OSHA training
Computer skills
Commitment to CE for career development
Good interpersonal skills to maintain effective rapport with patients, dentist, other staff members and community
Effective verbal skill to communicate with patients and staff

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Opportunities for advancement
Paid time off
Paid training
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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