Registered Dental Assistant-RDA

San Antonio, TX

At Risas Dental and Braces, our focus is providing quality and affordable dental care and braces for families everywhere. Our goal is to think and speak a language that patients understand. For this reason, our Company Statement is We Speak Patient™. The result is happier, healthier Patients, and better opportunities for our doctors and team members. 

 We are seeking a friendly and professional Registered Dental Assistant to join our Risas Family. Our dental assistants are empowered to educate our patients on dental treatment and procedures. We invest in our employee's growth and development through cross training in several dental specialties. We believe the most important function of any dental team member is care of the patient. Our Dental Assistants work hands on with the doctors, in providing exceptional care for our patients while working efficiently to maintain patient flow. 

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors in all dental procedures and treatment 
• Sterilize, disinfect and prepare instruments and equipment for patient treatment 
• Educate patients on general oral health care as directed by the doctor 
• Presenting treatment to patients based on doctor recommendations 
• Complete x-rays and intra-oral pictures of patients in an efficient and timely manner 
• Record patient charting and all the doctor’s notes in the digital patient chart as directed  
• Maintain inventory and supplies 
• Maintain strict compliance with State, Federal, and other regulations, (e.g., OSHA, HIPAA, and Risas policies and practices) 
• Any other duties and responsibilities as assigned 

Qualifications

• Bilingual Spanish/English preferred  
• High School Diploma or GED required  
• RDA Certification Required
• X-ray certification   
• Coronal polish certification preferred 
• 1-2 years' experience in the dental field preferred 
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills  
• Must have a superior knowledge of dental clinical operations and terminology  
• Ability to anticipate the needs of the doctor and patients 
• Must have a warm friendly, outgoing personality and excellent organizational skills.  
• Ability to work within a team environment and lend support, as a team player, to teammates as needed.  

Benefits 

Risas Dental and Braces offers a comprehensive benefits package including:  

• 12-hour shifts, 3 days a week 
• Medical and vision benefits  
• Free dental services 
• Reimbursement for X-ray and Coronal Polish Exams 
• 401(k) with employer match 
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities 
• And many other ancillary benefits 

The working environment is fun, fast paced, challenging, and rewarding with opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Join us in this work. Begin a career that is full of meaning and value.