Dental Assistant I/II- Registered/Certified - School of Dentistry - Pediatric Dentistry

The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious health institution as a Dental Assistant in Pediatric Dentistry, where your contributions will directly impact patient care and education. This role involves assisting dental professionals and students in various procedures while maintaining high standards of infection control and patient records. You'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including 100% paid medical premiums, generous time off, and support for your professional growth. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and have the required qualifications, this position offers an exciting opportunity for you to thrive in a supportive environment.

Benefits

100% paid medical premiums

Generous time off

Longevity Pay

Retirement/pension plan

Free financial and legal counseling

Free mental health counseling services

Gym membership discounts

Employee discounts on entertainment and more

Qualifications

• Must have Dental Assistant Registration by the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners.
• Completion of a recognized dental assistant educational program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist dental staff and students in examinations and treatments.
• Maintain sterile equipment and infection control standards.
• Respond to emergency situations as needed.

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Basic office or computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of a recognized dental assistant educational program

Tools

Dental Assistant Registration by the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners

Job description

Dental Assistant I/II- Registered/Certified - School of Dentistry - Pediatric Dentistry

What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in.

UTHealth Houston's School of Dentistry is seeking a Dental Assistant I (registered) /or Dental Assistant II (certified) to join their team of professionals in Pediatric Dentistry. Knowledge of Pediatric Dentistry procedures and nomenclature is preferred. Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus!

Location: 7500 Cambridge, Houston, Texas 77054

Once you join us you won't want to leave. It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:

• 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
• Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
• The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue!
• Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)
• Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!

We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as:

• Free financial and legal counseling
• Free mental health counseling services
• Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
• Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
• Resources for child and elder care
• Plus many more!

Position Summary:

Perform routine tasks assisting the professional dental staff and students in the examination and prophylactic, therapeutic and surgical treatment of patients. Works under direct supervision.

Position Key Accountabilities:

• 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.

Certification/Skills:

Dental Assistant Registration by the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners.
Basic office or computer skills.

High school diploma or equivalent.
Completion of a recognized dental assistant educational program preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.

Security Sensitive:

This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215

Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.

University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth)

UTHealth Houston is Houston’s Health University and Texas’ resource for health care education, innovation, scientific discovery and excellence in patient care. The most comprehensive academic health center in the UT System and the U.S. Gulf Coast region, UTHealth Houston is home to schools of biomedical informatics, biomedical sciences, dentistry, nursing and public health and the John P. and Kathrine G. McGovern Medical School.

UTHealth Houston offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. For more information on our benefits programs please refer to the UTHealth Houston Office of Benefits Website.

UTHealth Houston is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy.

Work location is based on the needs of the department and may be adjusted.