Dental Assistant (Bilingual Preferred)

Palm Center Dental; Houston (TX); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 52.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Palm Center Dental in Houston, TX is seeking a detail-oriented Dental Assistant to join our growing team in a full-time, on-site role. The ideal candidate is a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) licensed in Texas with 2+ years of experience, capable of assisting the dentist, taking X-rays, managing patient charts, and maintaining infection control.

Bilingual English/Spanish is strongly preferred, and a friendly, patient-focused attitude is valued to ensure exceptional care and a supportive team

Qualifikationen

• Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) in Texas.
• 2+ years of dental assisting experience.
• Reliable commute to Houston, TX 77021.
• Outgoing, friendly, professional with a great attitude.
• Driven, eager to learn and improve, and an exceptional team player.

Aufgaben

• Greet and assist patients with a warm and friendly demeanor.
• Assist the dentist during restorative, surgical, and hygiene procedures.
• Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing and setting up instruments, equipment, and materials.
• Take and process dental radiographs (X-rays) accurately and efficiently.
• Record and maintain accurate patient charts, treatment notes, and medical histories in the dental software.
• Provide excellent chairside support to ensure patient comfort and a smooth clinical flow.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene techniques and post-treatment care instructions.
• Maintain infection control and sterilization protocols in compliance with OSHA and CDC guidelines.
• Manage inventory of dental supplies and notify the office manager when stock is low.
• Assist with patient scheduling, check-in, and treatment coordination as needed.
• Keep operatories and common areas clean, organized, and ready for the next patient.
• Follow all office policies, safety procedures, and patient privacy regulations (HIPAA).

Kenntnisse

RDA (Texas)

Dental assisting

Bilingual English/Spanish

Team player

Jobbeschreibung

Company Description Palm Center Dental is a dental practice located at 5703 Martin Luther King Blvd, Houston, TX 77021. We are committed to delivering accessible, patient-centered oral healthcare to a diverse community in a professional and welcoming environment.

Role Description Palm Center Dental is seeking an enthusiastic, detail-oriented Dental Assistant to join our growing team. This is a full-time, on-site position in Houston, TX. Bilingual (English/Spanish) candidates are strongly preferred. If you are passionate about exceptional patient care and customer service, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Greet and assist patients with a warm and friendly demeanor
• Assist the dentist during restorative, surgical, and hygiene procedures
• Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing and setting up instruments, equipment, and materials
• Take and process dental radiographs (X-rays) accurately and efficiently
• Record and maintain accurate patient charts, treatment notes, and medical histories in the dental software
• Provide excellent chairside support to ensure patient comfort and a smooth clinical flow
• Educate patients on oral hygiene techniques and post-treatment care instructions
• Maintain strict infection control and sterilization protocols in compliance with OSHA and CDC guidelines
• Manage inventory of dental supplies and notify the office manager when stock is low
• Perform basic lab tasks such as pouring models, trimming casts, and fabricating temporary crowns or trays (if applicable)
• Assist with patient scheduling, check-in, and treatment coordination as needed
• Keep operatories and common areas clean, organized, and ready for the next patient
• Follow all office policies, safety procedures, and patient privacy regulations (HIPAA)

Qualifications

• Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) in Texas (required)
• 2+ years of dental assisting experience (required)
• Ability to reliably commute to Houston, TX 77021
• Outgoing, friendly, personable, and professional with a great attitude
• Driven, eager to learn and improve, and an exceptional team player