Certified Dental Assistant – Patient-Centered Chairside Pro

Basin Dentistry; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Art & Science Clinical in Midland, TX is seeking a friendly Dental Assistant to support chairside procedures and maintain a clean clinical environment.

You will prepare rooms, hand instruments, greet patients, review histories, and provide post-procedure instructions while upholding OSHA and CDC guidelines. A CDA or RDA and X-ray certification are preferred; strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) or Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) preferred
• X-ray certification
• Knowledge of Patient Management Software
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Compassionate, patient-focused, and team-oriented

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms and assist the dentist during procedures (e.g., fillings, extractions, crowns, root canals)
• Hand instruments to the dentist and anticipate procedural needs
• Ensure patient comfort before, during, and after treatment
• Greet and prepare patients for treatment
• Review medical histories and update patient records
• Provide post-procedure instructions and oral hygiene education
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment according to OSHA and CDC guidelines
• Schedule appointments and confirm visits
• Assist with billing, insurance processing, or charting

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Multitasking

Team-oriented

Detail-oriented

Education

CDA or RDA preferred

X-ray certification

Tools

Patient Management Software

Job description

Art & Science Clinical in Midland, TX is seeking a friendly Dental Assistant to support chairside procedures and maintain a clean clinical environment.

You will prepare rooms, hand instruments, greet patients, review histories, and provide post-procedure instructions while upholding OSHA and CDC guidelines. A CDA or RDA and X-ray certification are preferred; strong communication and teamwork are essential.