Dental Hygiene Assistant

Stardentalpartners; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401K plan

Paid holidays

Monthly bonus

Professional development

Bereavement leave

Jury duty pay

Life & AD&D insurance

Medical/Dental/Vision

Short-term disability

Voluntary Life & AD&D

Pet Insurance

Accidental injury coverage

Critical illness coverage

Wellness incentives

Job summary

Legends Dental in Waco, Texas, is hiring a full-time Dental Assistant to support hygienists, welcome patients, and take X-rays on a Monday–Thursday schedule with Friday hours. The practice offers a comprehensive benefits package including PTO, 401K, holidays, monthly bonus and ongoing professional development.

Located in the heart of Waco, Legends Dental combines three doctors with advanced technology to deliver exceptional diagnostics and patient care.

Qualifications

• Active TX dental assistant license.
• 2+ years of dental assisting experience.
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the hygienists.
• Welcomes patients.
• Take X-rays.
• Prepare patients for treatments or checkups ensuring comfort.
• Set up instrumentation, equipment and materials as needed.
• Sterilize instruments according to regulations.
• Maintain accurate patient records.
• Lab tasks as instructed.
• Provide post-operative care instructions.
• Maintain clean and stocked operatories.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Dental instruments knowledge

Education

Dental Assistant training/school certification

Tools

Digital dental software

Job description

Overview

Legends Dental is now hiring a Full Time Dental Assistant in Waco, TX!

Are you energetic, organized, and passionate about creating exceptional patient experiences? We're looking for a Hygiene Assistant who loves helping patients feel comfortable while working directly with our hygienists, helping them execute an accelerated schedule.

Schedule: Monday - Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Friday 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Join a Team That Invests in You!

Eligible full-time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Paid Company Holidays
• Monthly bonus Opportunity
• Professional Development & Continuing Education
• Bereavement Leave
• Jury Duty Pay
• Company-Paid $25,000 Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Coverage
• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Accidental Injury Coverage
• Critical Illness Coverage
• Hospital Indemnity Plans with Wellness Incentives

Responsibilities

• Assist the hygienists
• Welcomes patients
• Take xrays
• Prepares patients for treatments or checkups ensuring comfort
• Selection and setup of instrumentation, equipment and other dental materials as needed
• Instrument sterilization according to regulations
• Maintains accurate patient records
• Lab tasks as instructed
• Provide post-operative care instructions
• Maintain clean and stocked operatories

Qualifications

• Active TX dental assistant license
• Dental Assistant training/school certification
• 2 or more years of dental assisting clinical experience
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
• Understanding of health & safety regulations
• Experience with digital software
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Practice Description

Located in the heart of Waco, Texas, Legends Dental combines the expertise of three accomplished dentists,Dr. Sean Endsley, Dr. Chandler Smith, and Dr. James La, with advanced technology and a genuine passion for serving the community. Our investment in state-of-the-art equipment, including 3D CBCT imaging, allows us to deliver outstanding diagnostics, treatment planning, and patient care.To learn more about this thriving practice, visit: https://www.cosmeticdentistrywacotx.com/

Equal Employment Opportunity

Star Dental Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.