Chairside Dental Assistant I - Patient Care & X-Rays

Texas Tech University - Health Sciences Center; Wichita Falls (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Wellness programs

Mother-Friendly Workplace

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Wichita Falls is hiring a Registered Dental Assistant I to support dental care delivery by preparing treatment rooms, patients, and instruments. The role assists faculty, residents, and students in clinics in accordance with the State Dental Practice Act.

Under direct supervision, you will manage charts, supplies, and infection control while supporting x-ray imaging and EMR entries. This full-time position offers a dynamic environment within TTUHSC.

Qualifications

• High School or equivalent.
• 1 year of related experience or completion of an approved dental assistant course.
• Dental Assistant registry with the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentist or hygienist at chair side.
• Administer Plaque Index test and provide oral hygiene instructions.
• Gather charts, equipment, and supplies for dental appointments.
• Practice infection control procedures per policy guidelines.
• Expose and develop dental x-rays using EVAsoft software.
• Count instruments and maintain logs of use.
• Document information in patient records and assist with notes in EMR.
• Answer routine questions and refer to the dentist.
• Take vital signs prior to invasive procedures.

Skills

Dental assisting

Infection control

Patient care

X-ray imaging

Medical records

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Dental Assistant Certificate/Program

Texas State Board of Dental Examiners Registry

Tools

EVAsoft Dental Imaging Software

Job description

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Wichita Falls is hiring a Registered Dental Assistant I to support dental care delivery by preparing treatment rooms, patients, and instruments. The role assists faculty, residents, and students in clinics in accordance with the State Dental Practice Act.

Under direct supervision, you will manage charts, supplies, and infection control while supporting x-ray imaging and EMR entries. This full-time position offers a dynamic environment within TTUHSC.