ID: 561506
Dental Assistant Job Posting
Dorothy Paul, DDS

Description

Are you a skilled, reliable, and confident dental assistant looking for a long-term home in a small, supportive practice? Our general dentistry office, led by Dr. Dorothy Paul, is seeking a Registered Dental Assistant to join our close-knit team of six. **About Our Practice** We are a 5-star general dentistry practice located in the Westchase/Piney Point area of Houston (77063). Our office hours are Monday–Thursday office (7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.), with Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays always off. We focus on providing excellent, personalized care for our patients in a welcoming and professional environment. Our practice is primarily fee-for-service (no Medicaid). **Who We’re Looking For** Because we are a small office with only one dental assistant, this role requires a strong, experienced professional who can take ownership of the position and work closely with Dr. Paul. **The Right Candidate Will Be:** - Skilled & Confident – experienced in chairside assisting and dental procedures. - Coachable & Respectful – able to take direction, accept feedback, and adjust without taking offense. - Patient-Focused – warm and professional with patients; comfortable educating and conversing with them about dental care. - Responsible & Reliable – shows up on time and communicates proactively if unable to. **Responsibilities** - Punctuality for the 6:45am start of workday. - Chairside assisting with all dental procedures. - Patient education and post-treatment instruction. - Proper infection control protocols., instrument sterilization, periodic equipment maintenance, operatory setup and re-stocking. - Taking high-quality radiographs and impressions - Supporting Dr. Paul and the clinical team to ensure smooth daily operations. - Data entry (treatment plan and clinical notes) - Fabricate quality temporaries, whitening trays, and retainers. **Qualifications** - Current Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license in Texas. - Previous experience as a dental assistant (minimum 2+ years). - Certifications: Radiology and CPR, (as required by Texas regulations). - Nitrous oxide certification is a bonus - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. **What We Offer** - 3-day weekends every week (Friday -Sundays). - Compensation: $19-24/hr. based on experience. - Team-oriented work environment where everyone plays an important role. - Dental care and 401(k) with 3% employer match. - 5 paid national holidays. - Lunch breaks: provided food, a fully stocked kitchen, and continuous paid time. --- **How to Apply:** Please send your resume to [sign in to DentalPost to see current contact info] and a brief introduction about why you would be a good fit for our practice. We'll contact qualified candidates for phone and in-person interviews. **Please, no phone calls or unscheduled visits to the office.**