Registered Dental Assistant
Austin, TX Dental Assistant
Job Type
Full-time
Description

We are looking for a Registered Dental Assistant with a great personality and a warm, friendly demeanor.  

Silver Screen Dental, a state-of-the-art, one-doctor practice in Austin, TX, is looking for a Registered Dental Assistant to join our team full-time. 


Our team strives to give each patient the quality care they deserve daily. We believe everyone deserves a healthy smile and will work hard to ensure your dental health is our number one priority. This is a four-day-per-week position, Monday through Thursday, with full benefits, a supportive team environment, and growth and advancement opportunities. This position might sometimes share front office duties, offering you variety throughout the day - apply today!


Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):

  • Welcome patients into the office - make them feel at ease.
  • Prepare patients for treatment and/or exams.
  • Select and set up instruments, equipment, and materials 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 operatories clean and well-stocked
  • Schedule appointments
  • Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures
  • Assist with ordering dental supplies and keeping track of dental supply inventory
  • Assist front office team members with administrative duties as needed

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Paid Holidays, 401K with matching, Attainable Bonuses, Daytime Hours, and a supportive team offering growth and development opportunities.

Requirements
  • Active Registered Dental Assistant License for the state of Texas
  • CPR Certification
  • Preferred candidates will have 2 years of experience
  • Radiology Certification
  • Nitrous Certified, is preferred but not required
  • Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
  • Understanding of health & safety regulations
  • Ability to perform regulated surgical and nonsurgical tasks
  • Strong computer skills - Denticon experience is a plus!
  • Willingness to help in the front office
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Well-organized and reliable
  • Graduation from an accredited Dental Assisting school
  • Experience with Sleep Apnea, Invisalign, implants, root canals, and oral surgery would be a plus! 
Salary Description
$18-$21 per hour