Dental Assistant

Come and join our team! La Esperanza Clinic is looking for a Dental Assistant to work Monday-Thursday 7:30am-5:30pm and Friday 7:30am-11:30am.

Job Summary

Assists the dentist in providing professional and quality care to dental patients. Performs accurate dental charting and recording.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Provides dental assistance services.

a. Takes and records vital signs and other basic patient information.

b. Sets up the appropriate instrument tray for dental procedures.

c. Assists the dentist chair-side during dental procedures.

d. Takes and develops dental x-rays per dentist instruction.

e. Conducts preventive maintenance on the dental x-ray processor, hand pieces, and other dental equipment as necessary.

f. Cleans and sterilizes dental instruments in operatories.

g. Mixes impression materials and cements.

h. Performs infection control procedures in the treatment room.

i. Orders dental supplies as needed.

2. Maintains professional courtesy at all times.

3. Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Required

· Knowledge of advanced principles of oral health promotion, prevention and motivation.

· Knowledge of protocols in general and an ability to quickly gain specific knowledge of the Center’s current operational protocols.

· Knowledge of dental terminology and appropriate abbreviations.

· Demonstrates knowledge of the Texas Dental Practice Act.

· Ability to document, with clarity, all information relevant to a patient’s needs.

· Ability to effectively present information in small group situations to patients, Center staff, and the general public.

· Ability to use office equipment including but not limited to computers, fax machines, telephones and copiers.

Preferred

· Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred but not required.

Credentials and Experience

Required

· Current unrestricted registration from the Texas Board of Dental Examiners to practice as a dental assistant in the State of Texas.

· Current (CPR) Certification.

Preferred

· One (1) year of practice experience as a dental assistant providing direct patient care.'

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person