Experienced Dental Assistant

Unified Dental Care • Full-time • Port Lavaca, Texas, United States • $21 - $25 / hour • 2m ago

Experienced Dental Assistant

Hiring Urgently! Spanish Speaking!

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Dental Assistant to join our dental practice. The ideal candidate will be a team player with a passion for patient care and efficiency. This Dental Assistant role offers great opportunities for bonuses in addition to hourly pay, along with potential growth within the practice and organization.

Benefits/Perks:

Full Healthcare (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
401(k) Plan: Company Matching
Continued Education Opportunities
Flexible Schedule
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
Employee Dental Discount
Competitive Salary & Performance Incentives
Supportive Team Culture and Growth Opportunities

What You’ll Bring to the Team:

Passion for patient care and a team-oriented mindset
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Commitment to maintaining hygiene and infection control standards
Proactive approach to assisting both patients and dental providers

Roles/Responsibilities:

Chair-side assisting for dental assistant procedures
Greeting patients upon arrival and monitoring appointment flow
Setting up treatment rooms and maintaining instruments, supplies, and equipment
Escorting patients to treatment rooms and ensuring their comfort
Reviewing and updating patient health histories as per protocol
Anticipating and assisting the dentist and dental assistant team during procedures
Preparing dental materials (cements, amalgam, composite, impression materials, etc.)
Taking radiographs (pano’s and FMX) for assigned dentists and dental assistants
Charting patient information accurately, including treatments and charges
Providing post-treatment care instructions and answering patient questions
Ensuring accurate treatment notes and scheduling follow-up appointments
Monitoring and managing inventory and supplies
Maintaining sterilization and infection control protocols

Required Qualifications:

3+ years of Dental Assistant experience (Preferred)
Proficient in dental terminology and charting
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative dental assistant team
Strong patient care skills and attention to detail
Spanish speaking is an added advantage

Work Setting:

Clinical Setting: General Dentistry
Work Location: In-person (424 N Virginia St, Port Lavaca, TX 77979 – must relocate before starting work)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour

Join our dynamic dental assistant team and be part of a practice that values teamwork, patient care, and career growth!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour

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