Dental Assistant

Custom Dental; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Custom Dental in McKinney, TX, is seeking 2 full-time Dental Assistants to support the doctor chairside and deliver high-quality clinical care. Shift is Monday through Thursday, 7:30am–6:00pm, with emphasis on patient comfort, accurate notes, and efficient workflow.

You will work with Dentrix, Dexis, Nomad, and digital scanning tools, handling radiographs, sterilization, and infection control per OSHA standards. Training is available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Dental assisting experience preferred but not required (training available).
• X-ray certification required or must be obtained within a designated timeframe.
• Ability to learn and follow clinical systems, dental terminology, and procedural workflows.

Responsibilities

• Set up and break down operatories for all procedures.
• Assist the doctor chairside during examinations and treatments.
• Take radiographs using Dexis and Nomad systems.
• Update and review patient medical histories.
• Assist with clinical charting and accurate clinical notes.
• Take impressions, digital scans, and intraoral photos.
• Assist with patient comfort during visits, including seating and communication.
• Manage and stock operatories with necessary supplies.
• Review medical history and confirm accuracy before treatment.
• Provide post-operative instructions clearly and compassionately.
• Facilitate patient comfort throughout the appointment.
• Assist with patient education regarding procedures as directed by the doctor.
• Dentrix practice management software, Dexis X-ray system, Nomad X-ray unit, intraoral cameras, digital scanning systems, Dental Intel, CDCT scan.

Skills

Team player

Calm under pressure

Friendly with patients

Detail-oriented

Organized

Quick learner

Reliable

Clear communicator

Education

X-ray certification

Tools

Dentrix

Dexis

Nomad X-ray

Intraoral cameras

Digital scanning systems

Dental Intel

CDCT scan

Job description

Description

Seeking 2 Full Time DA

Monday - Thursday 7:30am -6:00 pm

Position Summary

The Dental Assistant supports the doctor in delivering high-quality clinical care while ensuring an efficient and positive patient experience. This role assists with treatment procedures, maintains sterilization and OSHA standards, manages clinical notes, and helps keep the practice running smoothly. The primary purpose of the position is to provide exceptional patient care, assist the dentist chairside, maintain efficient patient flow, and uphold high standards of cleanliness and safety.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical & Chairside Support

• Set up and break down operatories for all procedures.
• Assist the doctor chairside during examinations and treatments.
• Take radiographs using Dexis and Nomad systems.
• Update and review patient medical histories.
• Assist with clinical charting and accurate clinical notes.
• Take impressions, digital scans, and intraoral photos.
• Assist with patient comfort during visits, including seating and communication.
• Manage and stock operatories with necessary supplies.

Patient Care Responsibilities

• Review medical history and confirm accuracy before treatment.
• Provide post-operative instructions clearly and compassionately.
• Facilitate patient comfort throughout the appointment.
• Assist with patient education regarding procedures as directed by the doctor.

Technology & Clinical Systems

• Dentrix practice management software
• Dexis digital X-ray system
• Nomad handheld X-ray unit
• Intraoral cameras
• Digital scanning systems
• Dental Intel
• CDCT scan (Cone Beam CT)

Sterilization, OSHA, & Infection Control

• Sterilize and prepare instruments according to CDC and OSHA standards.
• Monitor and document weekly spore tests.
• Follow all OSHA regulations for infection control and safety.
• Maintain sterilization equipment and clinical tools.
• Manage and complete infection control logs accurately.
• Ensure operatories and sterilization areas remain clean and organized.

Requirements

Experience Requirements

• Dental assisting experience preferred but not required (training available).
• X-ray certification required or must be obtained within a designated timeframe.
• Ability to learn and follow clinical systems, dental terminology, and procedural workflows.

Soft Skills & Competencies

• Strong team player who collaborates well with others
• Calm under pressure and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
• Friendly and welcoming with patients
• Highly detail-oriented and organized
• Quick learner with strong initiative
• Patient-focused and compassionate
• Clear and professional communicator
• Reliable and dependable in daily responsibilities