Dental Assistant (Sign On Bonus $1000)

Benevis • Abilene, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Allington Dental and Braces in Abilene is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to support the office and professional dental staff in providing treatment and compassionate dental care. The role contributes to Benevis’s mission of providing quality, affordable dental care and creating positive patient experiences. Many patients are children, so the position is suited to someone who enjoys working with kids. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. A $1,000 sign-on bonus is available for qualified candidates.

The Dental Assistant prepares patients and treatment areas, assists dental professionals during procedures, and supports patient education and chart documentation. The position also involves maintaining operatory readiness, preparing materials and instruments, and following government regulations, company standards, and compliance programs. Community outreach and participation in team huddles are encouraged.

Requirements

• Graduation from senior high school or GED equivalent.
• Texas Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) required.
• CPR/BLS required.
• Adhere to government regulations, company standards, and company compliance programs.

Nice To Haves

• X-ray certification, as preferred according to state and individual practice requirements.
• Certified dental assistant credentials, as preferred according to state and individual practice requirements.
• Bilingual Spanish skills, depending on location.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality and compassionate care to every patient.
• Guide parents of minors and patients through processes before treatment.
• Educate patients in oral hygiene and provide postoperative instructions.
• Prepare patients for examination and treatment.
• Take x-rays and save them to patient charts, depending on location.
• Maintain operational readiness of hygiene bays and operatory rooms.
• Prepare tray setups for dental procedures.
• Mix amalgam, cement, and pulp paste, and prepare impression materials.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments, equipment, chairs, and rooms.
• Assist professional dental staff with treatment, including suctioning, holding retractors, and cutting sutures during surgical procedures.
• Document patient information, treatment plans, and procedures in patient charts.
• Pour, trim, and polish impression casts.
• Fabricate custom impression trays.
• Adhere to government regulations, company standards, and company compliance programs.
• Participate in local community events, including school screenings and presentations, to promote a positive image of the organization.
• Participate in morning huddles and contribute to teamwork and customer focus.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• $1,000 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates.
• Competitive compensation.
• Monthly bonuses based on office performance.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Continuing education reimbursement.
• Reimbursement for selected employees’ eligible training and testing expenses required to obtain or renew a certificate.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED