Job Description
Join our award-winning dental practice in Houston, TX as an immediate hire Dental Assistant! We're seeking a compassionate and skilled professional to deliver exceptional patient care in a modern, fast-paced environment. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive team culture focused on professional growth.
Responsibilities
- Prepare patients for dental procedures and assist dentists during treatments
- Sterilize equipment and maintain infection control protocols
- Take dental X-rays and develop radiographs
- Manage patient records and digital charting systems
- Coordinate appointment scheduling and inventory management
- Provide post-operative care instructions to patients
- Assist with front desk duties including billing and insurance verification
Qualifications
- Current Texas Dental Assistant certification or DANB certification
- Minimum 1 year clinical experience in general dentistry
- Proficiency in dental imaging software (Epic, Dentrix)
- CPR/BLS certification required
- Strong attention to detail and infection control knowledge
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- High school diploma or equivalent required