Dental Assistant I - School of Dentistry
About The Position
UTHealth Houston's School of Dentistry is hiring a Dental Assistant I to assist professional dental staff, residents, students, and faculty with patient examinations and prophylactic, therapeutic, and surgical treatment. The position works under direct supervision and includes chairside assistance, taking X-rays and CBCTs, setting up surgeries, maintaining infection control, and cleaning and stocking operatories. The role also supports instruction in four-handed dentistry and dental assistant utilization, maintains patient and treatment records, and responds to emergency situations. Employees must permanently reside and work in Texas.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Dental Assistant certification from the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE).
- Basic office or computer skills.
- Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.
- Must permanently reside and work in Texas.
Nice To Haves
- Completion of a recognized dental assistant educational program.
- CPR/BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
- One year of experience as a dental assistant.
Responsibilities
- Assist residents and students with dental treatment, including taking X-rays and CBCTs and setting up surgeries.
- Assist in teaching dental, dental assisting, and dental hygiene students the principles of four-handed dentistry and dental assistant utilization.
- Provide chairside assistance to students and faculty.
- Maintain sterile conditions and prepare equipment, instruments, and supplies in the work area.
- Maintain infection control standards.
- Clean and fully stock operatories.
- Maintain records of patients seen, procedures performed, materials used, and appointments.
- Respond to emergency situations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- 100% paid medical premiums for full-time employees.
- Paid holidays, a preventative leave day, vacation, and sick time, totaling approximately 37–38 days per year.
- Additional vacation accrual with longer service.
- Longevity pay through monthly payments after two years of service.
- Retirement/pension plan.
- Free financial and legal counseling.
- Free mental health counseling services.
- Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs.
- Employee discounts, including entertainment, car rentals, and cell phones.
- Resources for child and elder care.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
