Dental Assistant

Swish Dental is a privately owned and operated dental practice with the patient in mind. We empower patients and employees to be their best through our core values, creating an environment that is inclusive, fun, and welcoming for everyone.

Why You'll Love Swish Dental

• Competitive salary
• Monthly bonus opportunity
• No weekends
• Medical, vision, and dental benefits
• Short-term disability
• Paid holidays and time off
• And more!

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures
• Perform dental radiographs (x-rays) and scans
• Document baseline patient information
• Prepare and sterilize instruments, equipment, and patient rooms
• Provide exceptional patient care throughout their visit
• Take impressions of patients' teeth
• Communicate effectively and efficiently
• Maintain a “team first” and “patient first” mentality
• Continuously increase dentistry knowledge and job skills
• Adhere to State, Federal, and local compliance standards

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Certificate of Completion from a Dental Assisting Course required
• Texas RDA License required after 1+ years of certification
• CPR and/or BLS certification required

Skills

• Fluent in English; verbal and written
• Familiarity with dental terminology
• Ability to travel to other locations as needed
• Basic computer skills

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• May be required to sit or stand for long periods
• May be required to work more than 40 hours per week
• Clinical studio environment which can be noisy and distracting
• May be exposed to infectious diseases and/or blood borne pathogens
• May be required to handle sharp objects
• May be exposed to harmful chemicals and/or gasses
• May be required to communicate with others to exchange information
• May require repetitive motions that include the wrists, hands and/or fingers
• May require the operation of machinery and/or power tools
• May require the assessment of the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned
• May require moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces
• May require medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds