Dental Assistant I — Chairside & Teaching Support

UTHealth Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid medical premiums for full‑t​

Generous time off

Longevity Pay

Retirement/pension plan

Free counseling services

Wellness program access

Job summary

UTHealth Houston in Houston, TX seeks a Dental Assistant to support faculty and students in examination, prophylaxis, therapeutic and surgical treatment under supervision. The role involves assisting with four-handed dentistry and DAU, maintaining sterile environments, and managing patient records.

Certification by the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners is required, with a high school diploma or equivalent and completion of a recognized dental assistant program preferred.

Qualifications

• Basic office or computer skills.
• Manages Human Resources activities of department in regards to: recruiting and selection, hiring and termination, training, professional development, mentoring, counseling, performance evaluations, and salary planning.
• Dental Assistant by Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE) required
• High School Diploma or equivalent required. Completion of a recognized dental assistant educational program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the teaching of dental students, dental assisting students, and dental hygiene students in the principles of four-handed dentistry and dental assistant utilization (DAU).
• Provides chair side assistance to students and faculty.
• Maintains sterile, and prepares equipment, instruments, and supplies within working area.
• Maintains infection control standards.
• Maintains records of patients seen, procedures performed, materials used, and appointments.
• Must be able to respond to emergency situations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic office skills

HR duties in department

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Dental assistant program (preferred)

Job description

UTHealth Houston in Houston, TX seeks a Dental Assistant to support faculty and students in examination, prophylaxis, therapeutic and surgical treatment under supervision. The role involves assisting with four-handed dentistry and DAU, maintaining sterile environments, and managing patient records.

Certification by the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners is required, with a high school diploma or equivalent and completion of a recognized dental assistant program preferred.