Registered Dental Assistant - Lakeview Dental - Houston, TX

Responsibilities Include:

Preparing patients for Dentist examination through pre-exam evaluations, X-rays, medical history and obtaining vitals
Building relationship with patients to ensure they are comfortable and relaxed throughout visit
Assisting Dentist with dental charting, chair-side procedure assistance such as suctioning, swabbing, place and remove of rubber dams/matrices/wedges, application of topical anesthetic; and materials and instrument preparation including but not limited to cements, amalgam, composites, impression materials etc.
Perform infection control to CDC, ADA, and OSHA standards; sterilize treatment rooms before and after patient visits, sterilize instruments and other work areas
Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Expresses ideas concisely both orally or written; Tailors communication to specific person/audience; anticipates and manages effects of communication
Concern for Order and Quality; Detail-Oriented: High standards for quality; Keeps records, checks quality of work and documentation; Must follow specific protocols to ensure compliance
Teamwork: Work to develop friendly and supporting atmosphere; Pitch in and help others
Self-Management: Exhibit self-confidence while interacting with patients and team; Functions effective under pressure; Manages own behavior to prevent or reduce feelings of stress
Integrity & Credibility: Able to gain the trust and respect of patients and co-workers; Professional yet caring demeanor
Adaptability: Adapts to change in direction in order to support changing priorities * Diversity: Adapts and integrates into diverse work group and patient population

Applicants with 1 yr of prior work experience are preferred, but not required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

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