Registered Dental Assistant - SKDR PLLC - Sugar Land, TX

Permanent Dental Assistant Job

Sugar Land, TX

Job Description

Job description
Join Our Awesome Team as a Dental Assistant!
Are you passionate about providing outstanding patient care and supporting a dynamic team? We’re on the lookout for a motivated and dependable dental assistant to join our growing, privately owned general practice. As part of our team, you’ll play a key role in delivering top-tier customer service and assisting with both administrative and dental tasks, helping ensure every procedure runs smoothly and efficiently.
We’re seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You’ll have the opportunity to be hands-on, working alongside our awesome team and supporting a variety of exciting dental procedures. Your ability to respectfully follow instructions, uphold office policies, and provide direct and indirect patient care will be key to your success.
If you’re looking to make a meaningful impact in a practice that values excellence, teamwork, and patient care, we’d love to meet you! Join us and be a part of something great.
Dental Assistant Duties & Responsibilities

Welcome and Comfort Patients: Greet patients with a warm, friendly attitude and help them feel at ease as you seat them for treatment.
Prepare Patients for Treatment: Ensure patients are comfortably settled and ready for their procedure, making them feel cared for and supported.
Set Up Treatment Areas: Select and prepare the necessary instruments, equipment, and materials for each procedure, ensuring everything is ready and organized.
Sterilize Instruments and Ensure Compliance with Infection Control: Follow all safety protocols to sterilize instruments, maintaining a clean and safe environment for both patients and staff.
Assist the Dentist: Provide chair-side support during procedures to ensure smooth and efficient treatments.
Complete Lab Tasks: Assist with basic laboratory duties, such as mixing materials and pouring impressions, ensuring accuracy and quality.
Educate Patients on Oral Hygiene: Take the time to educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices, empowering them to maintain their health and improve their smile.
Maintain Clean and Organized Operatories: Keep treatment areas clean, stocked, and well-maintained, ensuring a welcoming space for patients and staff alike.
Schedule Appointments: Assist with scheduling future appointments, ensuring a seamless experience for patients and helping to keep the office running smoothly.
Maintain Accurate Patient Records: Ensure patient records are up-to-date and accurately documented, assisting with payment procedures as needed.
Non-Surgical Task Proficiency: The ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks, such as coronal polishing, is a PLUS.
Computer Skills: Comfortable using dental software (we are here to help you) to manage patient records, appointments, and office tasks.
Communication & People Skills: Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage positively with patients and team members, ensuring a supportive and collaborative environment.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $16.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week
Benefits:

Employee discount

Schedule:

No weekends

Experience:

Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Registered Dental Assistant License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Fort Worth, TX 76131 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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