Dental Assistant
Job Description
Pay: $17.00 - $25.00 per hour
Job description:
We are looking for a competent dental assistant who will make the dentist’s office more efficient and pleasant for patients. Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible.
Responsibilities:
Welcome customers in the dental office Prepare customers for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed Sterilize instruments according to regulations Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry Undertake lab tasks as instructed Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked Maintain accurate patient records Presentation the treatment plan for patient
Skills: Proven experience as dental assistant Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods Understanding of health & safety regulations Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus Good computer skills Experience with nitrous and other sedations Excellent communication and people skills Attention to detail Well-organized and reliable High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)
Job Type: Full-time Monday through Wednesday 8-5 Thursday and Friday 8-1
Benefits: Paid time off Dental benefits
Education: High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience: Dental Assisting: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification: Registered Dental Assistant (Required) X-Ray Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Job Details
- Job Type
- Full-time
- Salary
- $17.00-$25.00/hr ($34,000-$50,000/yr)
- Median for Dental Assistant in TX: $48k/yr
- Specialty
- Dental Assistant
- Posted
- July 3, 2026
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