Dental Assistant

Our office, Bruce Gopin Periodontics in El Paso, TX, is seeking a talented Dental Assistant to join our busy specialty practice. We are looking for a skilled professional to help us accomplish our mission: improving the lives of our patients by providing a world-class specialty experience for every patient.

Responsibilities

• Ensure excellent patient service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist’s shoulders.
• Focus on answering patients' needs, concerns, and questions.
• Help keep the patient relaxed and comfortable during their visit, serving as their go-to resource.
• Welcome patients to the dental office.
• Prepare patients for treatment, ensuring their comfort.
• Select and set up instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Sterilize instruments according to regulations.
• Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry.
• Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions.
• Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked.
• Schedule appointments and post-op visits.
• Maintain accurate patient records.
• Assist with payment procedures.
• Facilitate and coordinate other office responsibilities as needed.

Schedule

• Monday–Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Requirements

• At least 3–5+ years of proven experience as a dental assistant; periodontal/implant office experience preferred.
• Experience with PMS Eaglesoft.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) required.
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations.
• Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks.
• Good computer skills.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• A strong attention to detail.
• Well-organized and reliable.
• High school diploma.
• Certificate from an accredited dental assistant program (if required by law).
• Active state radiology license (if required by law).
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment.
• Ability to assist patients safely in and out of chairs or treatment areas.
• Ability to maintain clinical positioning for extended periods.
• Ability to work around medical equipment and instruments.
• Adherence to OSHA and infection control standards.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist movements.
• Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations.

Benefits

• BCBS Medical & Dental insurance options.
• VSP Vision Coverage.
• Complimentary Life Insurance Policy (employee only).
• Short-term & Long-Term Disability.
• Pet Insurance Coverage.
• 401(k) plan with match options.
• HSA / FSA Account Access.
• Identity Theft Protection.
• Legal Services Package.
• Hospital/Accident/Critical Care Coverage.
• Paid Time Off.

Pay

Position Base Pay Range: $16 USD – $20 USD per hour.

9398 Viscount Blvd, Suite 5C, El Paso, TX 79925