Dental Assistant
About The Position
Ayik & Berto - The Endodontic Group - Frisco is seeking a Dental Assistant for its busy specialty practice. The role supports the dentist by providing patient care, assisting with administrative and basic dental tasks, and helping ensure patients have a comfortable, high-quality specialty experience. The Dental Assistant serves as a resource for patients by addressing their needs, concerns, and questions throughout their visit. The position also helps coordinate other office responsibilities as needed. Candidates should be patient-focused, collaborative, organized, reliable, attentive to detail, and able to adjust proactively to changing priorities.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience as a dental assistant.
- Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods.
- Understanding of health and safety regulations.
- Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks.
- Good computer skills.
- Excellent communication and people skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Well-organized and reliable.
- High school diploma.
- Certificate from an accredited dental assistant program, if required by law.
- Active state radiology license, if required by law.
- Able to sit and stand for extended periods.
- Able to operate standard office equipment.
- Able to assist patients safely in and out of chairs or treatment areas.
- Able to maintain clinical positioning for extended periods.
- Able to work around medical equipment and instruments.
- Able to adhere to OSHA and infection control standards.
- Able to perform repetitive hand and wrist movements.
- Able to respond quickly in emergency situations.
Nice To Haves
- Specialty dental experience.
Responsibilities
- Welcome patients to the dental office.
- Prepare patients for treatment and ensure their comfort.
- Select and set up instruments, equipment, and supplies.
- Sterilize instruments according to regulations.
- Assist the dentist through four-handed dentistry.
- Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions.
- Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked.
- Schedule appointments and post-operative visits.
- Maintain accurate patient records.
- Assist with payment procedures.
- Help facilitate and coordinate other office responsibilities as needed.
Benefits
- BCBS medical and dental insurance options
- VSP vision coverage
- Complimentary life insurance policy for the employee
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Pet insurance coverage
- 401(k) plan with matching options
- HSA/FSA account access
- Identity theft protection
- Legal services package
- Hospital, accident, and critical care coverage
- Paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
