Jefferson Dental & Orthodontics
Dental Assistant Trainee
Jefferson Dental & Orthodontics, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Are you passionate about providing the highest level of quality care to your patients? We are hiring for multiple Dental Assistant positions in all locations! We offer a huge opportunity for career growth with great training –
No dental experience required!
What You’ll Do
Prepare patients for Dentist examination through pre‑exam evaluations, including iTero scanning, X‑rays, medical history and obtaining vitals
Build relationship with patients to ensure they comfortable and relaxed throughout visit
Assist Dentist with dental charting, chair‑side procedure assistance such as suctioning, swabbing, place and remove of rubber dams/matrices/wedges, application of topical anesthetic; and materials and instrument preparation including but not limited to cements, amalgam, composites, impression materials etc.
Perform infection control to CDC, ADA, and OSHA standards; sterilize treatment rooms before and after patient visits, sterilize instruments and other work areas
Advanced duties include sealant application and nitrous monitoring after completing required courses Competencies for Excellence
Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Expresses ideas concisely both orally or written; Tailors communication to specific person/audience; anticipates and manages effects of communication
Concern for Order and Quality; Detail‑Oriented: High standards for quality; Keeps records, checks quality of work and documentation; Must follow specific protocols to ensure compliance
Teamwork: Work to develop friendly and supporting atmosphere; Pitch in and help others
Self‑Management: Exhibit self‑confidence while interacting with patients and team; Functions effective under pressure; Manages own behavior to prevent or reduce feelings of stress
Integrity & Credibility: Able to gain the trust and respect of patients and co‑workers; Professional yet caring demeanor
Adaptability: Adapts to change in direction in order to support changing priorities * Diversity: Adapts and integrates into diverse work group and patient population
The Perks!
Competitive pay and bonus structure – starting salary $14/hour and bonuses of up to $800/month!
New Grads welcome!
Growth and advancement opportunities for leadership roles
Vacation and PTO
$25,000 of Company‑paid Life Insurance
Wide variety of additional benefits including:
Medical
Vision
Short‑term and Long‑term Disability
Health Saving Account
Flexible Spending Account
Dependent Care Spending Account
Supplement Life Insurance for you or your dependents
401(k)
Critical Illness
Identity Protection
Team Member Assistance Program
Why Choose Us? Throughout the interview process, we will gladly fill you in on all the details of our training and career development opportunities.
Certification you will receive with 12 months:
BLS (CPR) certification
Nitrous Oxide Monitoring Certification – Off Site Training Provided
Registered Dental Assistant X‑Ray Certification (RDA) – Off Site Training Provided
Infection control / Osha/ HIPPA/ FW certifications-free
Pit and fissure sealant training
Coronal polishing training
Guidance into RDA certification
Continued mentorship to grow as a leader in this company – career Path from DA‑LDA‑Mentor DA‑Trainer DA‑Compliance Officer, or choose operational career path and we can help you with development to even become office manager in future.
Dental Assistant Duties Include:
Take X‑rays Digital
Maintain equipment and supplies
Assist dentist with procedures
Maintain a friendly, warm and clean environment for patients and their families
Location: Houston, TX
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No dental experience required!
What You’ll Do
Prepare patients for Dentist examination through pre‑exam evaluations, including iTero scanning, X‑rays, medical history and obtaining vitals
Build relationship with patients to ensure they comfortable and relaxed throughout visit
Assist Dentist with dental charting, chair‑side procedure assistance such as suctioning, swabbing, place and remove of rubber dams/matrices/wedges, application of topical anesthetic; and materials and instrument preparation including but not limited to cements, amalgam, composites, impression materials etc.
Perform infection control to CDC, ADA, and OSHA standards; sterilize treatment rooms before and after patient visits, sterilize instruments and other work areas
Advanced duties include sealant application and nitrous monitoring after completing required courses Competencies for Excellence
Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Expresses ideas concisely both orally or written; Tailors communication to specific person/audience; anticipates and manages effects of communication
Concern for Order and Quality; Detail‑Oriented: High standards for quality; Keeps records, checks quality of work and documentation; Must follow specific protocols to ensure compliance
Teamwork: Work to develop friendly and supporting atmosphere; Pitch in and help others
Self‑Management: Exhibit self‑confidence while interacting with patients and team; Functions effective under pressure; Manages own behavior to prevent or reduce feelings of stress
Integrity & Credibility: Able to gain the trust and respect of patients and co‑workers; Professional yet caring demeanor
Adaptability: Adapts to change in direction in order to support changing priorities * Diversity: Adapts and integrates into diverse work group and patient population
The Perks!
Competitive pay and bonus structure – starting salary $14/hour and bonuses of up to $800/month!
New Grads welcome!
Growth and advancement opportunities for leadership roles
Vacation and PTO
$25,000 of Company‑paid Life Insurance
Wide variety of additional benefits including:
Medical
Vision
Short‑term and Long‑term Disability
Health Saving Account
Flexible Spending Account
Dependent Care Spending Account
Supplement Life Insurance for you or your dependents
401(k)
Critical Illness
Identity Protection
Team Member Assistance Program
Why Choose Us? Throughout the interview process, we will gladly fill you in on all the details of our training and career development opportunities.
Certification you will receive with 12 months:
BLS (CPR) certification
Nitrous Oxide Monitoring Certification – Off Site Training Provided
Registered Dental Assistant X‑Ray Certification (RDA) – Off Site Training Provided
Infection control / Osha/ HIPPA/ FW certifications-free
Pit and fissure sealant training
Coronal polishing training
Guidance into RDA certification
Continued mentorship to grow as a leader in this company – career Path from DA‑LDA‑Mentor DA‑Trainer DA‑Compliance Officer, or choose operational career path and we can help you with development to even become office manager in future.
Dental Assistant Duties Include:
Take X‑rays Digital
Maintain equipment and supplies
Assist dentist with procedures
Maintain a friendly, warm and clean environment for patients and their families
Location: Houston, TX
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