Dental Assistant – Katy, TX

Desort; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental discounts

Paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

CPR recertification support

401(k) plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Desort in Katy, TX is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists and the clinical team in delivering high-quality patient care. The role includes chairside assistance, patient preparation, diagnostic support, and strict infection control in a busy practice.

Responsibilities include taking X-rays, maintaining treatment rooms, documenting medical histories, assisting with charting, impressions, and digital scans, and educating patients on oral hygiene.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Dental Assistant license or applicable credential.
• Current CPR certification.
• 6–12 months of dental assisting experience preferred.
• Knowledge of dental procedures, infection control, and sterilization.
• Ability to perform or assist with dental radiography.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Team-oriented, organized, dependable, and detail-focused.
• Willingness to learn and develop additional clinical skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists with a variety of dental procedures.
• Prepare patients and operatories before and after appointments.
• Take dental X-rays and support diagnostic procedures.
• Obtain and document patient medical histories.
• Assist with charting and treatment documentation.
• Take impressions and bite registrations as needed.
• Perform digital intraoral scans when required.
• Sterilize and maintain instruments and equipment.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and pre- and post-treatment care.
• Support smooth patient flow and maintain infection control.
• Collaborate with dentists and team members.
• Perform additional clinical and administrative duties as needed.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organized

Detail-oriented

Interpersonal skills

Education

Active Registered Dental Assistant license

CPR certification

Tools

Intraoral scanners

X-ray equipment

Job description

Dental Assistant – Katy, TX

A dental practice is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists and the clinical team in providing efficient, high-quality patient care. The role involves chairside assistance, patient preparation, diagnostic support, infection control, and maintaining an organized clinical environment. This opportunity is well suited for a Dental Assistant who values teamwork, patient care, and continued professional development.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists with a variety of dental procedures
• Prepare patients and operatories before and after appointments
• Take dental X-rays and support diagnostic procedures
• Obtain and document patient medical histories
• Assist with patient charting and treatment documentation
• Take dental impressions and bite registrations as needed
• Perform digital intraoral scans when required
• Prepare, sterilize, and maintain dental instruments and equipment
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and pre- and post-treatment care
• Support smooth patient flow throughout the practice
• Maintain infection control and workplace safety standards
• Collaborate with dentists and other team members to provide quality patient care
• Perform additional clinical and administrative duties as needed

Qualifications

• Active Registered Dental Assistant license or applicable credential
• Current CPR certification
• At least 6 months to 1 year of dental assisting experience preferred
• Knowledge of dental procedures, infection control, and sterilization practices
• Ability to perform or assist with dental radiography as permitted by applicable requirements
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
• Organized, dependable, and attentive to detail
• Willingness to learn and develop additional clinical skills

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental benefits or employee dental discounts
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• CPR recertification support
• 401(k) plan
• Employee scholarship or professional development opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer
This dental organization is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.