Special Needs Dental Assistant — Compassionate Care & Growth

Mortenson Dental Partners; Lubbock (TX); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Job summary

Mortenson Dental Partners is seeking a compassionate Dental Assistant in Lubbock, TX to join our Abbeville Special Needs dentistry team. The role supports patients with developmental and medical complexities, preparing treatment rooms, assisting clinicians, and documenting care to ensure a positive dental experience.

Full-time position, 40 hours per week, with benefits after a period. The clinic emphasizes patient-centered care, teamwork, and ongoing professional development in a modern setting.

Qualifications

• CPR/X-ray certification required.
• Strong knowledge of dental procedures, terminology, and equipment.
• Excellent communication skills and a compassionate approach to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the treatment room for patients.
• Sterilize and deliver instruments; position instruments for the dentist; assist with suction and instrument transfer.
• Complete clinical notes before dismissing patients.

Skills

CPR/X-ray certification

Dental procedures knowledge

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Mortenson Dental Partners is seeking a compassionate Dental Assistant in Lubbock, TX to join our Abbeville Special Needs dentistry team. The role supports patients with developmental and medical complexities, preparing treatment rooms, assisting clinicians, and documenting care to ensure a positive dental experience.

Full-time position, 40 hours per week, with benefits after a period. The clinic emphasizes patient-centered care, teamwork, and ongoing professional development in a modern setting.