Dental Assistant

Mortenson Dental Partners; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Job summary

Mortenson Dental Partners is seeking a compassionate Dental Assistant in Lubbock, TX to join our Abbeville Special Needs dentistry team. The role supports patients with developmental and medical complexities, preparing treatment rooms, assisting clinicians, and documenting care to ensure a positive dental experience.

Full-time position, 40 hours per week, with benefits after a period. The clinic emphasizes patient-centered care, teamwork, and ongoing professional development in a modern setting.

Qualifications

• CPR/X-ray certification required.
• Strong knowledge of dental procedures, terminology, and equipment.
• Excellent communication skills and a compassionate approach to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the treatment room for patients.
• Sterilize and deliver instruments; position instruments for the dentist; assist with suction and instrument transfer.
• Complete clinical notes before dismissing patients.

Skills

CPR/X-ray certification

Dental procedures knowledge

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dental Assistant

Job ID: 670

Salary: Up to $22/HR based on experience

Location: 2420 Quaker Ave Ste 101 Lubbock, TX 79410

Job Type: Full-time

Weekly hours: 40

Are you passionate about making dental care accessible, comfortable, and positive for individuals with special healthcare needs? Do you find fulfillment in creating meaningful connections with patients and helping them feel safe, respected, and confident during every visit? If so, we'd love to meet you!

We're seeking a compassionate, patient, and dedicated Dental Assistant to join our Abbeville Special Needs dentistry team. Our practice is committed to providing exceptional, individualized care for children and adults with developmental, intellectual, physical, and medical complexities. We believe every patient deserves a positive dental experience, and we work together to create a welcoming, supportive environment where patients, families, and team members are treated with kindness, dignity, and respect. If you're looking for a career where your empathy and clinical skills truly make a difference, we'd love for you to be part of our team.

What You'll Love About Us:

• A Positive, Team-Oriented Culture: We believe in supporting one another and celebrating successes, big or small.
• Opportunities for Growth: We're committed to helping you advance your skills and reach your career goals.
• Modern Technology & Techniques: Work with state-of-the-art tools in a practice that values staying ahead of the curve.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling and an environment that respects your personal time.

Benefits of being part of the Abbeville Special Needs Team

• Benefits are available after 60 days of employment
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with company contribution
• Life Insurance
• Flexible spending (health and dependent care) account
• Paid Time Off & 6 paid holidays off
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• 401K
• Daily Pay
• Professional development assistance
• FREE continuing education opportunities
• Employee assistance program

Your Role:

• Prepare the treatment room for patients
• Provides instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to the treatment area; positioning instruments for the dentist's access, suctioning, and passing instruments.
• Completes Clinical notes before dismissing patients

What We Are Looking for:

• CPR/X-ray certification
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Strong knowledge of dental procedures, terminology, and equipment.
• Excellent communication skills and a compassionate approach to patient care.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the Company's determination that the candidate has successfully passed a background check, including a drug screen.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and consider all qualified candidates equally.