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Specialty1 Partners

Dental Assistant

Specialty1 Partners, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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Your Responsibilities You will ensure excellent patient service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the Dentist’s shoulders. You will be focused on ensuring that the patients' needs, concerns, and questions are answered. You will help keep the patient relaxed and comfortable during their visit, being the patients go‑to resource during their visit which includes the following:

Welcoming patients to the dental office

Preparing patients for treatment, ensuring their comfort

Selecting and setting up instruments, equipment, and supplies

Sterilizing instruments according to regulations

Assisting the dentist through 4‑handed dentistry

Providing oral hygiene and post‑operative care instructions

Keeping the dental room clean and well‑stocked

Maintaining accurate patient records

As one of the essential members of our office, you will also help to facilitate/coordinate other office responsibilities as needed.

Your Background You are a resourceful dental assistant who loves helping patients receive the experience they deserve and helping the Dentist to provide it. You're excited by the prospect of a patient leaving your office in a healthier, stronger, and more comfortable/happier being, each and every day. You’re a kind, passionate and collaborative problem‑solver who is able to proactively adjust to shifting priorities, and values the chance to make an important impact.

You Also Have The Following

At least 3 years of proven experience as dental assistant, specialty is preferred

Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods

Understanding of health & safety regulations

Ability to perform regulated non‑surgical tasks

Good computer skills

Excellent communication and people skills

A strong attention to detail

Well‑organized and reliable

A high school diploma

A certificate from an accredited dental assistant program (if required by law)

An active state radiology license (if required by law)

Why You Should Join Our Team A career with us is a chance to work with everyone involved in the future of Specialty dental care. Dental Assistants, Sterilization Technicians, Specialists, Office Managers, Patient Care Coordinators and many more all work together to improve the patient care experience and great clinical results. We strive to build and maintain an environment where employees from all backgrounds are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to succeed. You will also find a culture of continuous learning and a commitment to supporting our team members in all aspects of their lives—at home, at work and everywhere in between.

Your Benefits & Perks

BCBS High Deductible & PPO Medical insurance Options

VSP Vision Coverage

Principal PPO Dental Insurance

Complimentary Life Insurance Policy

Short‑term & Long‑Term Disability

Pet Insurance Coverage

401(k)

HSA / FSA Account Access

Identity Theft Protection

Legal Services Package

Hospital/Accident/Critical Care Coverage

Paid Time Off

Diverse and Inclusive Work Environment

Strong culture of honesty and teamwork

Position Base Pay Range $15 - $21 USD

Specialty1 Partners and its affiliates are equal‑opportunity employers who recognize the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non‑exhaustive list): race, color, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

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