Lead Ortho Registered Dental Assistant
Lead Ortho Registered Dental AssistantJob Category: OperationsRequisition Number: DENTA004796Location: Houston, TX 77084, USADescriptionQualifications:High school diploma or equivalent requiredMust maintain an active Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) License registered with the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE)Current certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA and Infection Control trainingMinimum 1 year dental leadership experience preferredMinimum 1 year orthodontic dental assistant experience preferredDental practice management software (Open Dental/Dentrix) experienceBilingual (Spanish) is preferredEssential Functions:Assist with orthodontist in treating patientInstruct patient of elastic treatmentMaking patient safety and team safety the number one priorityAdhering to OSHA and Infection Control ProtocolsMaintaining and upkeeping digital patient informationPreparing tray set-ups according to doctor preferences and planned proceduresEducating patients and parents on the benefits of good oral healthMonitoring the patient's physical and emotional well-being during the entire visitHelping the Rodeo Team maintain office cleanliness and IC protocolMixing amalgam, cement, and preparing impression materialsPouring, trimming, and polishing impression traysAssisting with bonding, banding, adjusting, and debonding orthodontic patientsPlacing and cementing bandsSetting up orthodontic brackets and removing excess cement from brackets and bandsMaking retainers, bleaching trays, and impressionsEnsures orthodontic team members embrace the perfect appointment and flowPoint person for orthodontic escalationsCoaching, training, and developing orthodontic team membersPhysical Requirements:Prolonged sitting and standing as neededAbility to lift up to 15 lbsEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.