Dental Assistant

Topaz Dentistry & Braces - a Benevis company • San Antonio, TX

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About The Position

The Dental Assistant position at Topaz Dentistry & Braces in San Antonio, TX, is a part-time role that plays a crucial part in the dental care team. The assistant will support the professional dental staff in providing high-quality dental care, ensuring operational readiness, and enhancing patient experiences. The role emphasizes teamwork, community involvement, and a commitment to creating positive dental experiences for patients, particularly children.

Requirements

• Graduation from a senior high school or GED equivalent required
• Active Registered Dental Assistant License Required
• X-ray certification preferred according to State and individual practices
• Nitrous Certification Preferred
• Bi-lingual in Spanish a plus (location dependent)

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality and compassionate care to every patient
• Guide parents of minors and patients through our processes before treatment
• Educate patients in oral hygiene instruction and provide postoperative instructions
• Prepare patient for examination and treatment
• Take x-rays and save to patient charts (dependent on location)
• Responsible for the operational readiness of the hygiene bay and operatory rooms
• Prepare tray set-ups for dental procedures
• Mix amalgam, cement, pulp paste and prepare impression materials
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments, equipment, chairs and rooms
• Assist professional dental staff with treatment: Document patient information, treatment plans, and procedures in patient chart
• Assist with suctioning, holding retractors and suture cutting during surgical procedures
• Pour, trim and polish impression casts
• Fabricate custom impression trays
• Responsible for adhering to all government regulations and company standards

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid time off
• Company holidays
• Continuing education reimbursement
• Company provided certification trainings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees