Dental Assistant Job at Baylor Scott & White Health in Temple

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values are:

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401 (k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1
• Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level

Job Summary

The Dental Assistant supports the Dentist during exams, treatments, and procedures in the clinic and operating room.

Essential Functions of the Role

• Provides patient care by assisting the Dentist with chair side, radiological and dental lab procedures.
• Assembles the appropriate instruments and supplies for patient procedures as per established procedures. Assists in preparing and making prosthetic appliances, as needed.
• Communicates, prepares and reassures the patient regarding the examination and procedures.
• Observes, records and reports vital signs, condition and behavior of the patient.
• Takes, develops and mounts intraoral and extraoral radiographs, as directed.
• Facilitates patient scheduling and the management of emergency appointments.

Key Success Factors

• Must acquire the Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) within 30 days after hire.
• Accountable for the proper use of patient protected health information.
• Works well in a patient centered environment as an integral team player.
• Ability to adapt communication style for different audiences. Empathetic listener, sensitive, upbeat, optimistic, articulate, gracious, and tactful. Ability to calm upset patients with a composed and professional demeanor.
• Dental Assistant Certification is required.
• Ability to stand for up to 8 hours is necessary.
• Experience in Prosthodontics.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued, and supported.

Qualifications

• EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
• EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Dental Assistants (DENTASST) and Basic Life Support (BLS) required; BLS to be obtained if not already current or within 30 days of hire or transfer.