Dental Assistant 248819

Medix™; Tomball (TX); On-site; USD 27,552 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

Paid Sick Leave

401k

Short Term Disability Insurance

Term Life Insurance Plan

Job summary

A leading dental practice in Texas is looking for an entry-level Dental Assistant to provide support during procedures and assist with administrative tasks. Responsibilities include taking dental X-rays, charting, and preparing treatment areas. Ideal candidates will have dental assisting experience and X-ray certification. The position offers competitive pay ranging from $20.00/hr to $23.00/hr, health benefits, 401k options, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Dental Assistant experience, open to all years of experience.
• X-ray certification required.
• Knowledge of chairside assisting and dental procedures.
• Ability to work efficiently in clinical and administrative settings.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist using four-handed dentistry techniques.
• Provide chairside support during dental treatments.
• Complete accurate charting and clinical documentation.
• Take and process dental X-rays.
• Fabricate temporary restorations as needed.
• Prepare, clean, and sterilize treatment rooms and instruments.
• Support front office operations.

Skills

Strong teamwork and communication skills

Comfortable multitasking in a fast-paced environment

Willingness to learn and support all areas of the practice

Job description

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Base pay range

$20.00/hr - $23.00/hr

Job Summary

Seeking a Dental Assistant who will assist the dentist using four-handed dentistry techniques and provide both chairside support and administrative assistance during dental procedures. The candidate will actively engage in patient education and support the front office operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist using four-handed dentistry techniques.
• Provide chairside support during dental treatments and procedures.
• Complete accurate charting and clinical documentation.
• Take and process dental X-rays (certification required).
• Fabricate temporary restorations as needed.
• Deliver dental appliances and actively educate patients on usage and care.
• Prepare, clean, and sterilize treatment rooms and instruments.
• Support front office operations, including scheduling appointments, taking payments, and patient check-in and check-out.

Qualifications

• Dental Assistant experience (open to all years of experience).
• X-ray certification.
• Knowledge of chairside assisting and dental procedures.
• Ability to work efficiently in both clinical and administrative settings.

Skills

• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Comfortable multitasking in a fast-paced dental environment.
• Willingness to learn and support all areas of the practice.
• Schedule: Monday - Friday / 8:00 AM-5:00 PM with a 1-hour lunch break.
• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care and Medical Practices