Job Description
Join our award-winning dental practice in Houston's thriving Medical Center district! We're urgently seeking a passionate Dental Assistant to deliver exceptional patient care in a modern, state-of-the-art facility. Our team values precision, compassion, and continuous growth. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits (health/dental/vision), paid time off, and CEU opportunities. Immediate start available for qualified candidates ready to make a difference in smiles.
Responsibilities
- Assist dentists during procedures including instrument transfer, suctioning, and four-handed dentistry
- Take and develop diagnostic dental X-rays with digital imaging systems
- Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and maintain strict OSHA compliance
- Manage patient flow, scheduling, and digital charting using Eaglesoft software
- Provide chairside assistance during restorative and cosmetic procedures
- Administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide oxide monitoring
- Train new dental assistants and maintain HIPAA compliance protocols
Qualifications
- Active Texas Dental Assistant License or DANB certification required
- Minimum 2 years clinical experience in general dentistry
- CPR/BLS certification with current renewal
- Proficiency in digital radiography (X-rays) and Eaglesoft software
- Strong knowledge of infection control and sterilization protocols
- Exceptional chairside manner and patient communication skills
- Ability to multitask efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Spanish bilingual preferred for diverse patient population