Dental Assistant

Star Dental Partners - San Antonio, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

San Antonio, TX

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Full Time Dental Assistant at Les P. Pratt, DDS in San Antonio, TX, plays a crucial role in providing high-quality dental care. This position involves assisting dentists chairside, ensuring patient comfort, and maintaining a clean and organized work environment. The role offers opportunities for professional development and is part of a supportive team focused on patient-centric care.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Dentists chairside
• Welcome patients and prepare them for treatments or checkups, ensuring comfort
• Select and set up instrumentation, equipment, and other dental materials as needed
• Sterilize instruments according to regulations
• Maintain accurate patient records
• Perform lab tasks as instructed
• Provide post-operative care instructions
• Maintain clean and stocked operatories

Requirements

• Active Texas dental assistant license required
• Dental Assistant training/school certification
• 1 or more years of dental assisting clinical experience preferred
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
• Understanding of health & safety regulations
• Experience with digital software
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Benefits

• Wellness program
• Paid jury duty
• AD&D insurance
• Paid holidays
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Vision insurance
• Pet insurance