Dental Assistant (Part-Time RDA)

As a Dental Assistant at Austin Center for Endodontics, your main responsibilities will include assisting chairside during dental procedures, setting up and sterilizing treatment rooms, taking and recording vital signs, performing dental X-rays, maintaining accurate digital patient records, and educating patients on oral hygiene. Additionally, you'll support front office operations like welcoming patients and scheduling appointments.

To apply for the part-time Dental Assistant position at Austin Center for Endodontics, you will need an active RDA license. While a minimum of one year of dental assisting experience is preferred, the practice is open to training the right candidate who possesses a strong attention to detail and a team-centric attitude.

The work schedule for the Dental Assistant role at Austin Center for Endodontics is part-time, specifically on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. You'll also enjoy a paid lunch break, making it an ideal role for those seeking flexibility.

Working as a Dental Assistant at Austin Center for Endodontics comes with a variety of exceptional benefits, including a 401(k) plan with a 4% match, PTO that increases with tenure, 9 paid holidays, and opportunities for continuing education. You'll also receive a uniform allowance and a healthy work-life balance.

Austin Center for Endodontics is committed to supporting career growth for Dental Assistants by offering continuing education credits, tuition reimbursement, and a collaborative environment where your skills are nurtured. We believe in helping our team members advance in their careers while making a positive impact on patient care.

In answering this question, highlight your hands-on experience with various dental procedures. Mention specific technologies or techniques you are familiar with, and how you've directly assisted dentists in ensuring patient comfort and ease during treatments.

Discuss your understanding of HIPAA regulations and give examples of how you maintain patient confidentiality in your previous roles as a Dental Assistant. This could include securing patient records, limiting access to sensitive information, and maintaining discretion in all communications.

Answer this question by detailing your approach to patient interaction. Emphasize your ability to communicate effectively, reassure anxious patients, and provide clear explanations of procedures and post-op care. Mention any specific techniques you’ve used to enhance patient comfort.

Describe your strategies for calming anxious patients, such as talking them through the procedure, using calming language, or employing relaxation techniques. It's important to show empathy and your ability to manage patient emotions in a sensitive manner.

In answering this question, mention your organizational skills and how you prioritize tasks such as chairside assistance, setting up for procedures, or communicating with front desk staff. Provide examples from past experiences where you successfully managed a busy environment.

Explain your commitment to continuous learning, such as attending workshops, subscribing to dental journals, or engaging in professional organizations. Highlight specific areas of dental practice you strive to stay current in, such as new technologies or updates in patient care standards.

Relate an example of a project or situation where you collaborated closely with hygienists, dentists, or front office staff. Focus on your contribution to achieving a common goal and how teamwork led to better patient care or office efficiency.

Outline your approach to conflict resolution by emphasizing open communication, understanding different perspectives, and finding common ground. Provide an example of a time when you effectively resolved a disagreement in a professional setting.

Discuss your strategies for maintaining accurate digital patient records, such as double-checking entries, using electronic health record systems efficiently, and adhering to established protocols. Your attention to detail is crucial in avoiding errors.

This is your chance to show your passion for dentistry and your alignment with Austin Center for Endodontics' values. Discuss what specifically draws you to this practice, such as their commitment to patient care, team atmosphere, or professional growth opportunities.