Dental Assistant / RDA - Front Desk

LA Smiles Specialty Center · United States

We are looking for a dependable, experienced Dental Assistant or Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) who is comfortable working in both the clinical and front office areas of a dental practice. The ideal candidate is confident with dental X-rays and imaging, familiar with TDO software , and able to provide excellent patient care while assisting with front desk responsibilities.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during examinations, procedures, and treatment.
• Take digital dental X-rays , including intraoral radiographs.
• Take panoramic (Pano) X-rays .
• Take CBCT scans and understand proper patient positioning and imaging protocols.
• Follow proper radiation safety and infection-control procedures.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials.
• Sterilize and maintain dental instruments and equipment.
• Take and record patient information accurately.
• Provide patients with clear instructions and a welcoming experience.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and assist with treatment coordination as needed.

Front Desk Responsibilities

• Greet and check patients in and out.
• Answer phones and assist patients with questions.
• Schedule and confirm appointments.
• Verify patient information and insurance.
• Assist with treatment estimates, payments, and basic billing responsibilities.
• Maintain an organized schedule and communicate effectively with the clinical team.
• Help coordinate treatment plans and follow-up appointments.
• Provide professional and friendly customer service.

Software & Technical Skills

• Experience using TDO dental software preferred.
• Comfortable learning and navigating digital dental imaging systems.
• Experience with digital X-ray, Pano, and CBCT equipment required.
• Strong computer and data-entry skills.
• Ability to learn practice-specific software and technology quickly.

Qualifications

• Dental Assistant or RDA certification preferred.
• Previous dental assisting experience required.
• Front desk dental office experience preferred.
• Must be comfortable taking X-rays, Pano, and CBCT images.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional, dependable, organized, and detail-oriented.
• Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced dental office.
• Must be a team player with a positive attitude.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is someone who can cross-train and work wherever needed — assisting the doctor clinically, taking high-quality dental images, helping patients, and stepping in at the front desk when needed. We are looking for someone who is organized, reliable, patient-focused, and able to work independently while being a strong member of the dental team.