Dental Assistant I — Chairside Care & X-Rays

Texas Tech University - Health Sciences Center; Fort Stockton (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans + supplemental coverage

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Wellness programs

Mother-Friendly workplace

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Fort Stockton, TX is seeking a Registered Dental Assistant I to support dental care delivery under supervision. Duties include chair-side assistance, plaque index testing, patient instruction, and x-ray imaging with EVAsoft software.

The role requires a high school diploma, 1 year related experience or approved dental assistant course, and Texas board registry. Travel up to 25% and day shift.

Qualifications

• High School or equivalent; 1 year related experience or completion of an approved dental assistant course.
• Dental Assistant registry with the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners.
• Must be able to comply with infection control policies and work under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentist or hygienist at chair side.
• Administer Plaque Index test and provide oral hygiene instructions to patients.
• Gather charts, equipment and supplies for appointments.
• Practice infection control procedures per policy guidelines.

Skills

Chair side assistance

Infection control

X-ray imaging

EMR documentation

Vital signs

Education

High School or equivalent

1 year related experience or dental assistant course

Dental Assistant registry with TX Board

Tools

EVAsoft Dental Imaging Software

Job description

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Fort Stockton, TX is seeking a Registered Dental Assistant I to support dental care delivery under supervision. Duties include chair-side assistance, plaque index testing, patient instruction, and x-ray imaging with EVAsoft software.

The role requires a high school diploma, 1 year related experience or approved dental assistant course, and Texas board registry. Travel up to 25% and day shift.