LONE STAR FAMILY HEALTH CENTER
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Job Title: Dental Assistant
Description:
Join our dedicated team as a Dental Assistant, where you'll play a vital role in delivering high-quality patient care and supporting the smooth operation of our dental practice. This is a permanent, full-time position offering stability, growth opportunities, and a supportive team environment. You'll work closely with our dentists and hygienists to ensure patients receive compassionate and efficient care, while maintaining a clean, safe, and well-organized clinical space in full compliance with dental practice standards.
Schedule:
Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Key Responsibilities:
We offer a competitive pay structure along with a comprehensive benefits package, including:
We're looking for a reliable, compassionate, and detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in supporting excellent patient care. If you're passionate about dentistry and making a difference in people's lives, we'd love to hear from you!
Job Title: Dental Assistant
Description:
Join our dedicated team as a Dental Assistant, where you'll play a vital role in delivering high-quality patient care and supporting the smooth operation of our dental practice. This is a permanent, full-time position offering stability, growth opportunities, and a supportive team environment. You'll work closely with our dentists and hygienists to ensure patients receive compassionate and efficient care, while maintaining a clean, safe, and well-organized clinical space in full compliance with dental practice standards.
Schedule:
Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide chairside assistance to dentists and dental hygienists using four-handed dentistry techniques during procedures and exams.
- Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials to support efficient patient care.
- Help manage the doctor's schedule to maintain a steady patient flow and minimize wait times.
- Expose and process diagnostic-quality dental radiographs.
- Review, verify and document patient medical and dental histories, including medications and vital signs, noting any concerns that may impact treatment.
- Sterilize instruments and equipment between patients; ensure cleanliness of treatment areas and compliance with infection-control standards.
- Assist with treatment planning, documentation, billing, and obtaining informed consent for procedures.
- Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and post-operative care, as directed by the dentist.
- Apply fluoride treatments and assist with polishing for pediatric patients under age 10.
- Fabricate temporary restorations and take custom impressions as needed.
- Perform regular maintenance on dental equipment, including flushing lines and replacing traps.
- Monitor inventory and communicate supply needs to the lead assistant or manager while avoiding waste.
- Manage outgoing lab cases, including documentation and tracking delivery timelines.
- Maintain strict adherence to safety and infection-control protocols to protect patients and staff.
- Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is preferred.
- Texas RDA License and current BLS (CPR) certification required
- Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Dental Assistant required
- Preferred: Certifications in nitrous oxide monitoring, coronal polishing (prophy), and sealant application
We offer a competitive pay structure along with a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Supportive work environment and opportunities for professional growth
We're looking for a reliable, compassionate, and detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in supporting excellent patient care. If you're passionate about dentistry and making a difference in people's lives, we'd love to hear from you!