Experienced Dental Assistant

Pds Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

CE units

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Child care assistance

401K

Volunteer time

Job summary

Summerwood Smiles Dentistry and Orthodontics in Houston is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to join a team committed to clinical excellence and patient care. You will assist the dentist, maintain a clean, sterile environment, complete x-rays and intra-oral photos, and ensure compliance with ADA, HIPAA and OSHA guidelines while supporting a warm, welcoming patient experience.

This role offers CE opportunities, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and a benefits package as part of a

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist as necessary to gain the patient’s commitment for the best possible treatment with urgency.
• Maintain a clean, sterile, and cheerful environment and perform x-rays and intra-oral pictures as appropriate.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments, equipment, and operatories in accordance with ADA guidelines and relevant regulations.

Job description

Now is the time to join Summerwood Smiles Dentistry and Orthodontics. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals.

You’ve invested the time to become an extraordinary Dental Assistant, now let us support you in taking your career further as an oral health care provider in one of the best practice models in modern dentistry!

You’ll experience both personal and professional growth as an oral health care provider, joining a team dedicated to clinical excellence and creating patients for life.

You'll have access to modern dental technology, support to assist you in developing clinical efficiency, and will be working alongside a team that genuinely cares about the patients within the local community.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation and Benefit Package
• Continuing Education (CE Units)
• Paid time off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Child care assistance
• 401K
• Paid time to volunteer in your local community

The Opportunity

As both a patient and clinician advocate, you are a fundamental part of the Perfect Patient Experience. As a Dental Assistant, you will be responsible for:

• Assisting the dentist as necessary to gain the patient’s commitment for the best possible treatment with urgency.
• You will also maintain a clean, sterile, and cheerful environment where your patients feel comfortable and at the direction of the dentist, complete x-rays and intra-oral pictures of patients as appropriate.
• Sterilizing and disinfecting instruments, equipment, and operatories in accordance with the American Dental Association guidelines while maintaining strict compliance with State, Federal, and other regulations, (e.g., OSHA, WC, Dental Board, HIPAA, ADA, DOL, HR policies and practices)

Compensation Information

$15.75-$22.00 / Hourly

PDS Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are united in our mission to create healthier and happier team members.