Dental Assistant: Teaching & Chairside Support

UTHealth Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid medical premiums

Generous time off

Longevity pay

Retirement plan

Mental health counseling

Gym membership discounts

Employee discounts

Care resources

Job summary

UTHealth Houston is seeking a Dental Assistant to support the professional dental staff and students in examination, prophylaxis, therapeutic and surgical treatment of patients. Role includes chair-side assistance and maintaining sterile equipment under supervision.

Responsibilities include assisting in teaching, maintaining records and infection control, and responding to emergencies. Requires DSWBDE/TSBDE certification and Texas residency per program guidelines.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a recognized dental assistant educational program preferred.
• Dental Assistant by Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE) required.

Responsibilities

• Assists in teaching dental students and dental hygiene students in four-handed dentistry.
• Provides chair-side assistance to students and faculty.
• Maintains sterile equipment and prepares instruments, supplies.
• Maintains infection control standards.
• Maintains patient records and appointments.
• Responds to emergency situations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic office or computer skills

Dental Assistant (TSBDE) required

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Completion of a recognized dental assistant educational program

Job description

UTHealth Houston is seeking a Dental Assistant to support the professional dental staff and students in examination, prophylaxis, therapeutic and surgical treatment of patients. Role includes chair-side assistance and maintaining sterile equipment under supervision.

Responsibilities include assisting in teaching, maintaining records and infection control, and responding to emergencies. Requires DSWBDE/TSBDE certification and Texas residency per program guidelines.