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Dental Assistant
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Partnerships for Dentists .
Location: Killeen Dental Group
Schedule: Monday through Thursday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm | Fridays from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
Key Responsibilities
Patient Care & Comfort: Welcome and prepare patients for treatments or check‑ups, ensuring their comfort and addressing any concerns.
Assist with Procedures: Set up instruments, equipment, and materials needed for dental procedures; assist the dentist through 4‑handed dentistry and ensure the room is well‑prepared.
Instrument Sterilization & Safety: Follow proper sterilization procedures and ensure all instruments are sanitized in compliance with health regulations.
Lab Tasks & Post‑Operative Care: Assist with lab tasks as directed and provide patients with post‑operative care instructions.
Record Maintenance: Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date patient records, assisting with charts, treatment documentation, and payment procedures.
Scheduling & Office Support: Assist in scheduling appointments and ensuring the office runs smoothly with minimal disruptions; keep the room clean, organized, and well‑stocked.
Regulated Tasks: Perform non‑surgical tasks such as coronal polishing if certified, and assist with other regulated tasks as allowed by local regulations.
Requirements & Qualifications
Experience: Minimum of 1 year of dental assisting experience in a clinical setting.
Certification: Dental Assistant Certification (CDA or RDA) is required; additional certifications such as EFDA or radiology certifications are a plus.
Skills & Knowledge:
In‑depth knowledge of dental instruments, sterilization methods, and infection control protocols.
Familiarity with dental procedures and treatments.
Understanding of health and safety regulations in a dental office.
Experience with dental practice management software (e.g., Dentrix, Eaglesoft) highly preferred.
Clinical Competence: Ability to perform regulated non‑surgical tasks, such as coronal polishing, and assist with other procedures.
Communication & Patient Care: Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with patients, providing clear instructions and ensuring comfort.
Organization & Attention to Detail: Strong organizational skills with an eye for detail; ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
Team‑Oriented: Ability to work effectively in a team environment while providing high‑quality patient care.
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Certifications: Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA), Radiology Certification, or Dental Hygiene Assistant certification.
Language Skills: Bilingual skills (e.g., Spanish) would be a plus but not required.
Benefits
Competitive Salary
401(k) Matching
Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays
Employee Perks & Discounts
We are looking for a compassionate and detail‑oriented Dental Assistant eager to work in a patient‑focused environment. Join our team and make a real difference in the lives of our patients.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industry Hospitals and Health Care
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Dental Assistant
role at
Partnerships for Dentists .
Location: Killeen Dental Group
Schedule: Monday through Thursday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm | Fridays from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
Key Responsibilities
Patient Care & Comfort: Welcome and prepare patients for treatments or check‑ups, ensuring their comfort and addressing any concerns.
Assist with Procedures: Set up instruments, equipment, and materials needed for dental procedures; assist the dentist through 4‑handed dentistry and ensure the room is well‑prepared.
Instrument Sterilization & Safety: Follow proper sterilization procedures and ensure all instruments are sanitized in compliance with health regulations.
Lab Tasks & Post‑Operative Care: Assist with lab tasks as directed and provide patients with post‑operative care instructions.
Record Maintenance: Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date patient records, assisting with charts, treatment documentation, and payment procedures.
Scheduling & Office Support: Assist in scheduling appointments and ensuring the office runs smoothly with minimal disruptions; keep the room clean, organized, and well‑stocked.
Regulated Tasks: Perform non‑surgical tasks such as coronal polishing if certified, and assist with other regulated tasks as allowed by local regulations.
Requirements & Qualifications
Experience: Minimum of 1 year of dental assisting experience in a clinical setting.
Certification: Dental Assistant Certification (CDA or RDA) is required; additional certifications such as EFDA or radiology certifications are a plus.
Skills & Knowledge:
In‑depth knowledge of dental instruments, sterilization methods, and infection control protocols.
Familiarity with dental procedures and treatments.
Understanding of health and safety regulations in a dental office.
Experience with dental practice management software (e.g., Dentrix, Eaglesoft) highly preferred.
Clinical Competence: Ability to perform regulated non‑surgical tasks, such as coronal polishing, and assist with other procedures.
Communication & Patient Care: Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with patients, providing clear instructions and ensuring comfort.
Organization & Attention to Detail: Strong organizational skills with an eye for detail; ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
Team‑Oriented: Ability to work effectively in a team environment while providing high‑quality patient care.
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Certifications: Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA), Radiology Certification, or Dental Hygiene Assistant certification.
Language Skills: Bilingual skills (e.g., Spanish) would be a plus but not required.
Benefits
Competitive Salary
401(k) Matching
Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays
Employee Perks & Discounts
We are looking for a compassionate and detail‑oriented Dental Assistant eager to work in a patient‑focused environment. Join our team and make a real difference in the lives of our patients.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industry Hospitals and Health Care
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