Experienced Dental Assistant

Artistic Dentistry; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision plan

401k with matching

Paid vacation & holidays

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Artistic Dentistry is seeking an experienced dental assistant to prepare rooms, sterilize tools, and assist dentists with procedures. You will take and process X-rays, perform lab tasks, and greet patients while scheduling visits. A radiographic certification is required and 18 months or more of clinical experience is expected.

Excellent communication and teamwork are essential for patient care. We offer a competitive hourly rate with attractive monthly bonuses, plus benefits including health,

Qualifications

• Completion of a certified dental assistant training program is required.
• Radiographic certification is required.
• Coronal Polishing is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms, sterilize instruments, and ensure equipment is ready for dentists.
• Assist dentists by handing instruments and anticipating needs during procedures.
• Take and process X-rays for patients; perform related lab tasks as instructed.
• Greet patients, schedule appointments, and advise on oral hygiene.
• Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures.

Skills

Clinical experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Education

Certified dental assistant program

Radiographic certification

Job description

Location:Artistic DentistryJob Responsibilities:Preparing exam rooms, sterilizing instruments, and ensuring necessary equipment is ready for dentistsKnowledge of general anatomy of the mouth and dental termsUnderstanding of crowns, fillings, extractions, root canals and implantsAssisting dentists during procedures by handing them instruments and anticipating needsTaking and processing X-rays of patientsPerform lab tasks as instructedGreeting patients as they arrive and scheduling appointmentsAdvising patients on recommended oral hygieneMaintaining accurate patient records and assist with payment proceduresStrong communications skills required to deliver oral hygiene and post-operative care instructionsHandling general administrative and other duties to maintain the dental practiceQualifications:Education: Completion of a certified dental assistant training program required. Radiographic certification required. Coronal Polishing is a plus, but not required.Skills and Experience: 18 months or more of clinical experience as a dental assistant required.Outstanding professionalism, high moral standards, and a self-motivated work ethicStrong communication and interpersonal skills to build trusting relationships with your co-workers and patientsDriven personality to want to strive to be the best in your profession and provide the best care for our patientsA positive team player that goes the extra mile to provide the best care to our patients.Compensation & Benefits:Competitive rate per hour + lucrative monthly bonuses!Paid Vacation & Holidays401k Program: with matching contributionsBenefits: Competitive health, dental, and vision planLife Insurance and Disability InsuranceFlexible SchedulesEmployee Assistance ProgramFLSA Status:ExemptWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability status or other legally protected status. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.Completion of this form is voluntary and will only be used to report on candidate demographics. Nothing contained in this form will be accessible or used in hiring or other employment decisions. Information provided will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file for reporting purposes only.