Dental Assistant

PeerDent
  • Fort Worth, Texas
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    Dental Assistant Job Description

    Position Title: Dental Assistant
    Location: Fort Worth, TX (Private Practice)
    Employment Type: Full-Time 
    Pay Range: $15–$18 per hour (based on experience and certifications)
    Schedule: 5 days per week 

    Job Summary We are a well-established, independent dental practice in Fort Worth, Texas, dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care in a warm and supportive environment. We are seeking a reliable, positive, and team-oriented Dental Assistant to join our close-knit team. In this role, you will play a key role in ensuring smooth, efficient patient flow, delivering excellent chairside support, and helping create comfortable, positive experiences for every patient.

    Primary Responsibilities

    • Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for a variety of dental procedures (general, restorative, cosmetic, extractions, implants, Invisalign, etc.)
    • Provide direct chairside assistance to the dentist during all procedures
    • Take high-quality digital x-rays (FMX, bitewings, periapicals), intraoral photos, and impressions/scans as needed
    • Perform sterilization, disinfection, and maintenance of instruments and equipment in compliance with OSHA and CDC guidelines
    • Comfort patients, explain procedures in a clear and reassuring manner, and provide post-operative instructions
    • Update patient electronic charts, document treatments accurately, and maintain organized records
    • Assist with basic front-office tasks when necessary (patient check-in/out, scheduling, phone support)
    • Keep clinical areas clean, stocked, and ready for the next patient
    • Support infection control protocols and maintain a safe, welcoming clinical environment

    Qualifications & Requirements

    • Active Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) certification in Texas (or eligibility to obtain)
    • Current CPR certification
    • Previous dental assisting experience preferred (but we welcome motivated newer assistants with strong potential and a willingness to learn)
    • Friendly, calm, and professional demeanor with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
    • Detail-oriented, dependable, and able to multitask in a busy yet rewarding setting
    • Team-player attitude with a genuine passion for helping patients achieve healthy, confident smiles
    • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment

    Why Join Our Team?

    • Competitive hourly pay of $15–$18 based on experience
    • Balanced 5-day workweek 
    • Supportive, family-like team that values collaboration, respect, and positivity
    • Loyal patient community with a desirable payer mix (fee-for-service and PPO insurance – no HMO or Medicaid)
    • Modern office equipped with digital x-rays, intraoral cameras, and up-to-date technology
    • Opportunity to grow your skills in a practice that prioritizes quality care and team well-being

    Package Details

    Comprehensive Benefits Package We value our team and invest in your well-being with a supportive benefits package designed for work-life balance, professional satisfaction, and long-term growth:

    • Competitive Hourly Pay: $15–$18 per hour based on experience, certifications (RDA/CDA), and skills—fair compensation that recognizes your important role in patient care and practice efficiency.
    • Balanced 5-Day Workweek: Enjoy a consistent 5-day schedule
    • Paid Time Off (PTO): Earn paid vacation days to recharge and enjoy time away—helping you maintain energy and enthusiasm for providing excellent patient support.
    • Continuing Education & Training Support: Access to in-office training, workshops, and reimbursement for relevant courses or certifications (e.g., radiology refreshers, infection control updates) to help you grow your skills and confidence.
    • Uniform & Scrubs Allowance: Provided or reimbursed scrubs/uniforms so you always look and feel professional without extra out-of-pocket costs.
    • Positive Team Environment & Perks: Work in a friendly, family-like atmosphere with team appreciation events, staff lunches, and a practice culture that celebrates hard work and collaboration.
    • Opportunities for Growth: Clear path for advancement (e.g., lead assistant, treatment coordinator training) in a stable, growing private practice with loyal patients and a desirable payer mix.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationFort Worth, Texas

    Skills

    • CPR Certificationunmatched
    • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)unmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Dentistryunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
    • Health Maintenance Organization (HMO)unmatched
    • Housekeeping/Cleaningunmatched
    • Implantsunmatched
    • Infection Controlunmatched
    • Insuranceunmatched
    • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
    • Medicaidunmatched
    • Multitaskingunmatched
    • OSHAunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Patient Assessmentunmatched
    • Patient Careunmatched
    • Preferred Provider Organization (PPO)unmatched
    • Radiographyunmatched
    • Record Keepingunmatched
    • Sterilizationunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Training/Teachingunmatched

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