full-time 26 days ago
Registered Dental Assistant
Panhandle Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
4905 Lexington Square, Amarillo, TX 79119
Competitive Compensation
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Job Description
Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)
Amarillo Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics
We are looking for an experienced, competent dental assistant who will make the dentist’s office more efficient and pleasant for patients. You’ll ensure excellent customer service and perform administrative and basic dental tasks. 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 dental appointments ensuring their comfort
Sterilize instruments according to regulations
Undertake lab tasks as instructed
Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
Keep the dental area clean and well-stocked
Schedule appointments
Maintain accurate patient records
Comfortable with children/adolescents of all ages
Skills
Proven experience as dental assistant (minimum of 2 years preferred)
Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
Understanding of health & safety regulations
Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing and fit and fissure sealants (preferred)
Good computer skills
Excellent communication and people skills
Attention to detail
Well-organized and reliable
RDA active license required
Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. CPR, HIPAA, OSHA, Human Trafficking, Nitrous Certification, etc.)
Open Dental and Dexis experience (preferred)
Bilingual-Spanish (preferred)
Schedule
Monday to Friday
Benefits
Health insurance
Paid time off
401(k)
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Disclaimer
APDO, is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at APDO via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of APDO. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by APDO as a result of the referral or through other means.
EEO Statement
All APDO subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. APDO subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.
Amarillo Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics
We are looking for an experienced, competent dental assistant who will make the dentist’s office more efficient and pleasant for patients. You’ll ensure excellent customer service and perform administrative and basic dental tasks. 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 dental appointments ensuring their comfort
Sterilize instruments according to regulations
Undertake lab tasks as instructed
Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
Keep the dental area clean and well-stocked
Schedule appointments
Maintain accurate patient records
Comfortable with children/adolescents of all ages
Skills
Proven experience as dental assistant (minimum of 2 years preferred)
Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
Understanding of health & safety regulations
Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing and fit and fissure sealants (preferred)
Good computer skills
Excellent communication and people skills
Attention to detail
Well-organized and reliable
RDA active license required
Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. CPR, HIPAA, OSHA, Human Trafficking, Nitrous Certification, etc.)
Open Dental and Dexis experience (preferred)
Bilingual-Spanish (preferred)
Schedule
Monday to Friday
Benefits
Health insurance
Paid time off
401(k)
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Disclaimer
APDO, is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at APDO via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of APDO. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by APDO as a result of the referral or through other means.
EEO Statement
All APDO subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. APDO subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.
About Panhandle Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Panhandle Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery provides experienced oral care in Amarillo, Canyon, and the Texas Panhandle. Dr. Chris Ibrahim, DDS, offers a full range of oral surgery solutions, including wisdom teeth removal, tooth extractions, and dental implants, all in a comfortable and informative environment.