Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) - Garden State Smiles - Rahway, NJ

THE WHO, WHAT, WHY:
A dental assistant is the right (and sometimes left) hand of the Dentist, an office cannot run smoothly without one! That is why we are looking to add a friendly and professional dental assistant to our team.
We thrive on working as a team and delivering high-quality patient care for our patients, in a family-type atmosphere! And we have fun doing it! We are a close-knit group who enjoys working together, learning together in continuing education, and even playing together outside of the office. We are committed to continual improvement! By joining the team, you become part of a patient-centered practice that is playing a vital role in helping our communities.
PERKS:
We offer a culture that values caring, professional development, growth, and sustainability. We provide a comprehensive and competitive benefits program including:

Competitive Pay
Comprehensive Benefits PackageMedical, Vision, 401(k), ST&LT, Life Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays

Education/Experience:

High school diploma
Dental Assisting education
Current license/certifications

Requirements & Contributions to the team:

Prepare patients, sterilize or disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, prepare materials, or assist dentist during dental procedures.
Dental diagnostic x-rays.
Record treatment information in patient records.
Take and record medical and dental histories and vital signs of patients.
Provide postoperative instructions prescribed by the dentist.
Assist dentists in management of medical or dental emergencies.
Pour, trim, and polish study casts.
Instruct patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs.
Make preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations for mounting study casts.
Clean and polish removable appliances.
Clean teeth, using dental instruments.
Apply protective coating of fluoride to teeth.
Fabricate temporary restorations or custom impressions from preliminary impressions
Other duties related to the dental assistant

"We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We are committed to fostering a professional and respectful workplace where all individuals have an equal opportunity to contribute and succeed, and where everyone has the opportunity to feel valued."
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.00 - $34.00 per hour
Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

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