Dental Assistant (Predoctoral Dental Education)

• Sets up treatment rooms for planned procedures including trays, instruments, materials and supplies; cleans and wraps chairs before and after appointments in preparation for next patient.
• Takes and develops digital x-rays, assist with oral examinations and patient charting.
• Receives and prepares patients for dental treatment including taking vitals.
• Passes instruments and materials and performs routine procedures.
• Manages and schedules patient appointments; maintains an active inventory of equipment and supplies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Must have good hand skills to work in tight quarters on small part of the body, using precise tools and instruments. Ability to work closely with patients, faculty and students. 
• Must have good listening skills. Detail oriented with the ability to organize and coordinate work within schedule constraints and handle emergent requirements in a timely manner. 
• Demonstrated ability to monitor important and complex projects concurrently. 
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Lotus Notes/other email software. 
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing, to include writing and preparing memorandums, letters, and other official correspondence.

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or GED is required.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Registry with the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE) as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) is required (Candidates hired as a Dental Assistant for the first time are not required to have a registered license but shall be required to obtain said license within one (1) year of the date of completion on certificate.