Dental Assistant
About This Opportunity
Join our dynamic dental practice as a Dental Assistant and play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care. As a Dental Assistant, you'll be the backbone of our clinical operations—supporting our dentists and hygienists while ensuring every patient receives outstanding service in a clean, efficient, and welcoming environment. If you're passionate about oral health, detail-oriented, and thrive in a fast-paced healthcare setting, we want to hear from you!
What You'll Do
- Provide four-handed chairside assistance to dentists and dental hygienists during procedures and examinations
- Maintain efficient patient flow and optimize the doctor's schedule to minimize wait times and enhance patient satisfaction
- Expose and process diagnostic radiographs with precision and accuracy
- Review and verify patient medical and dental health histories, document medications, assess clinical implications, and record vital signs in patient charts
- Sterilize instruments and equipment following each patient and maintain a clean, organized treatment room and sterilization area
- Document treatment plans, record clinical findings, input treatment charges, and obtain all necessary treatment consents in patient records
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and post-operative care instructions as directed by the dentist
- Apply fluoride protective coatings and assist hygienists with polishing procedures for pediatric patients
- Fabricate temporary restorations and custom impressions from preliminary molds
- Perform routine weekly and monthly equipment maintenance, including running lines and changing traps
- Monitor inventory levels, communicate supply needs to the lead assistant or manager, and maintain well-stocked treatment rooms
- Track laboratory cases, manage outgoing documentation, monitor delivery dates, and coordinate with the schedule for case delivery appointments
- Uphold all infection control policies and protocols to protect patients and team members
What We're Looking For
- Texas Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) License
- Current CPR/BLS Certification
- Bilingual Proficiency: Fluent in English and Spanish (required)
- Minimum 1 year of professional dental assisting experience
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to infection control standards
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Compassionate patient care approach and excellent communication skills
Nice-to-Have Skills
- Nitrous oxide sedation monitoring certification
- Prophy and sealant certificates
- Experience with digital dental practice management software
Why Join Our Team?
We're committed to creating a supportive, collaborative work environment where dental professionals can grow their careers while making a real difference in patients' lives. Our practice values teamwork, continuous learning, and providing the highest standard of care. If you're ready to advance your dental career with a practice that invests in its team, we'd love to meet you.
Ready to Apply?
If you meet the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, we encourage you to submit your resume and a brief cover letter. Join us in Conroe and become part of a dental practice dedicated to excellence!
