Dental Assistant AH Dental PC dba Forest Hill Dental

Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local workforce solution organization in Fort Worth, Texas, is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists and hygienists. Responsibilities include preparing patients for procedures, scheduling appointments, and maintaining a clean environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with training in dental assisting preferred. This position provides a vital role in patient care and office management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a dental assisting program or relevant on-the-job training.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for procedures and assist during treatments.
• Schedule appointments and maintain patient records.
• Sterilize dental instruments and prepare treatment rooms.

Skills

Patient care

Administrative tasks

Office management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of a dental assisting program or on-the-job training

Job description

Job Description: Dental Assistant

Dental assistants support dentists and hygienists, handling patient care, administrative tasks, and maintaining a clean, safe environment.

Responsibilities

• Patient Care: prepare patients for procedures, assist dentists during treatments, take X‑rays, provide post‑treatment care instructions.
• Administrative Tasks: schedule appointments, maintain patient records, answer phone calls and greet patients.
• Office Management: sterilize dental instruments, prepare treatment rooms, order supplies, maintain infection control protocols.

Specific Duties May Include

• Taking vital signs
• Performing dental impressions
• Educating patients on oral hygiene
• Assisting with dental emergencies
• Preparing and applying temporary restorations
• Fabricating and placing permanent restorations (depending on certification and state regulations)

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of a dental assisting program or on‑the‑job training