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About the Role

As a Dental Assistant at Ideal Dental, you will play a key role in delivering exceptional care and support to both our patients and dental team. You’ll be empowered with the training, tools, and resources to advance your career while making a real difference in the lives of those you serve. Every day, you’ll help create beautiful smiles and contribute to the health and well-being of the community.

Responsibilities

• Assist with a wide range of dental procedures, ensuring patients are comfortable and the treatment process runs smoothly.
• Take dental x-rays with precision and care to support accurate diagnoses and treatment planning.
• Prepare and break down operatories after each procedure, maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient work environment.
• Manage patient flow by facilitating smooth handoffs and assisting in patient transitions throughout their visit.
• Ensure infection control standards are met by preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment to guarantee patient safety.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices, helping them develop habits that promote long-term oral health.
• Take accurate impressions and bite registrations, supporting the creation of custom dental appliances.
• Conduct digital iTero scans, providing accurate, state-of-the-art diagnostic data.
• Assist with patient charting and documentation, supporting doctors in their treatment planning and record-keeping.
• Collaborate with the entire practice team to deliver exceptional patient experiences and achieve optimal patient satisfaction.
• Greeting guests with a smile.
• iTero scanner training and usage.
• Prepping and educating guests before the Dr. Exam.
• Assisting Dentists with all procedures.
• Sterilizing instruments.
• Preparing treatment rooms.
• Recording medical history for each guest.
• Performing X-rays.
• Charting existing and recommended treatments.
• Performing other duties as required to support the office.
• Working collectively as a team to provide the best quality guest care.

Requirements

• Active Registered Dental Assistant License.
• Current CPR certification.
• Minimum of 6 months to 1 year of experience as an RDA in a dental practice.
• DeNovo Offices: New acquired offices may require travel.

Skills

• iTero scanner training and usage
• Dental x-rays
• Infection control
• Patient charting and documentation
• Oral hygiene education
• Taking impressions
• Taking bite registrations
• Digital iTero scans

Experience Level

• 6 months to 1 year of experience as an RDA

Education Level

• Active Registered Dental Assistant License
• Current CPR certification

Benefits

• MONTHLY BONUS POTENTIAL
• Medical insurance
• Discounted dental benefits for the employee, their spouse, and dependent children
• Paid holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• CPR recertification
• 401K
• Employee scholarship program

About the Company

• At Ideal Dental, we’re on a mission to revolutionize dental care—and we want you to be part of the journey!
• As one of North America's fastest-growing dental groups, we're driven by our vision to provide exceptional, comprehensive dental services all under one roof.
• Established in 2008, we’re proud to be clinician-founded and clinician-led, with a focus on patient-centered care and an unwavering commitment to innovation and growth.
• At Ideal Dental, we’re committed to helping you grow professionally, providing you with opportunities to expand your skills, work with cutting-edge technology, and make a lasting impact on your patients.
• If you’re passionate about dental care, thrive in a dynamic, supportive environment, and want to be part of a team that values both excellence and compassion, this is the place for you.
• At Ideal Dental, we’re dedicated to putting smiles on the faces of our guests and our team.
• We foster a supportive, positive environment where every team member can thrive, grow, and enjoy their work.
• Join us and be part of a culture where your smile truly matters