Dental Assistant

Partnerships for Dentists; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

401(k) Matching

Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vis​

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays

Employee Perks & Discounts

Job summary

Dental Arts of Frisco is seeking a motivated Dental Assistant to join our dedicated dental team. You will support the dentist in clinical and administrative tasks, helping create a smooth, comfortable environment for patients and ensuring high-quality care in a fast-paced practice.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of dental assisting experience, a CDA or RDA certification, proficiency with Dentrix or Eaglesoft, and strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of dental assisting experience in a clinical setting.
• CDA or RDA certification required (EFDA or radiology certifications a plus).
• Knowledge of instruments, sterilization methods, and infection control.
• Experience with dental software such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft preferred.

Responsibilities

• Care for patients and ensure comfort during treatments and check-ups.
• Assist dentist with procedures using four-handed dentistry.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain infection control standards.
• Support lab tasks and provide post-operative care instructions.
• Maintain patient records, handle charts, documentation, and payments.
• Schedule appointments and keep the office organized and stocked.
• Perform non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing if certified.

Skills

Dental assisting

Infection control

Sterilization

Dentrix / Eaglesoft

Patient communication

Team oriented

Tools

Dentrix

Eaglesoft

Job description

Pay: $20–$22/hour

Monday and Tuesday 7:45AM-5:00PM | Wednesday and Thursday 6:45AM-4:00PM | Friday 7:45AM-4:00PM

Job Title: Dental Assistant

Location: Dental Arts of Frisco

Pay: $20–$22/hour

Schedule: Monday and Tuesday 7:45AM-5:00PM | Wednesday and Thursday 6:45AM-4:00PM | Friday 7:45AM-4:00PM

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Dental Assistant to join our dedicated dental team. As an essential part of our practice, you will play a key role in creating a smooth and comfortable environment for our patients, ensuring high-quality care while supporting the dentist in both clinical and administrative tasks. If you have a passion for patient care, a strong attention to detail, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Care & Comfort: Welcome and prepare patients for treatments or check-ups, ensuring their comfort and addressing any concerns they may have.
• Assist with Procedures: Set up instruments, equipment, and materials needed for dental procedures. Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry and ensure the dental room is well-prepared for each procedure.
• Instrument Sterilization & Safety: Follow proper sterilization procedures and ensure that all dental 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 patient charts, treatment documentation, and payment procedures.
• Scheduling & Office Support: Assist in scheduling patient appointments and ensuring the office runs smoothly with minimal disruptions. Keep the dental 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: A 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 (Expanded Function Dental Assistant) 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) is highly preferred.
• Clinical Competence: Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks, such as coronal polishing, and assist with other dental procedures.
• Communication & Patient Care: Excellent communication skills and the ability to effectively interact with patients, providing clear instructions and ensuring their comfort.
• Organization & Attention to Detail: Strong organizational skills with an eye for detail and the 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) are 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

If you are a compassionate and detail-oriented Dental Assistant looking to work in a supportive, patient-focused environment, this is the role for you. Join our team and be part of a practice where your expertise and dedication will make a real difference in the lives of our patients.