Dental Assistant

Red Balloon Dentistry for Children seeking an experienced Dental Assistant for each of our winning practice locations.

Are you tired of all the office drama, uncooperative patients, self-serving owners and unsupportive management?

We have good news for you today. Our patients love us and better yet, they trust us to take good care of their kids!

Why?

We know what we're doing. Our Dental Assistants are generous, competent and compassionate. Each of our fast-paced offices is extremely well-organized and efficient.

Sound good?

We are looking for an experienced Dental Assistant who absolutely loves working with children and will make the office more productive and pleasant for our young patients.

If you're ready to make a smart career decision please read ALL of the details below and contact us immediately.

About Us

Here are a few things you should know about us...

Over the past 2 years, Red Balloon Dentistry for Children has grown to be one of the most successful dental practices for children, ages 6 months to 18 years.

We offer unrivaled services and give back to our community by supporting organizations that feed the homeless and aid victims of domestic violence.

This is a fun, long-term and exciting opportunity for the right candidate.

Is that you?

If so, we want to speak with you today!

We are firmly committed to the happiness of every member of our team and we truly want for you to succeed.

Job description

Dental Assistant for each of our four dental offices; Braker Lane in Austin, Leander, Lago Vista and Temple.

You’ll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist’s shoulders. Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail.

You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible.

Responsibilities

• Welcome customers in the dental office
• Prepare customers for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort
• Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
• Sterilize instruments according to regulations
• Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry
• Undertake lab tasks as instructed
• Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
• Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
• Schedule appointments
• Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures

Skills

• Proven experience as Dental Assistant
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
• Understanding of health & safety regulations
• Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus
• Good computer skills; especially with Dentrix
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Attention to detail
• Well-organized and reliable
• High school diploma; graduating from Dental Assistant school is preferred
• Additional certification or training is an asset

Location:

Our growing dental practice has locations in Austin, Leander, Lago Vista and Temple.

Our Dental Assistants may be asked to fill in at any of our locations.

Compensation:

This is a full-time position with terrific opportunity for growth.

$18-$22 per hour commensurate with experience.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24 per week

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Registered Dental Assistant (Preferred)

Work Location: In person