Bilingual Dental Assistant Job in Houston 77015, Texas Us
Bilingual Dental Assistant
Jefferson Dental Clinics
Established in 1967, Jefferson Dental Clinics (JDC) is the Texas based premier provider of dental services offering the full range of General Dental and Orthodontic services. JDC is expanding rapidly and is opening new locations in Houston and Baytown. Each clinic is "state of the art" - with modern equipment and the latest dental material and orthodontic appliances. You will work with our friendly and professional team. The team provides individualized patient service by making them feel cared for, comfortable and at home. We strive to deliver the highest level of customer satisfaction and value.
Summary
The Dental Assistant works under the supervision of the Clinical Coordinator and are responsible for a wide range of tasks in the dental office - ranging from patient care and education to administrative duties to laboratory functions. This position has opportunity for advancement within the organization.
Core Responsibilities
· Instruments: Sterilize dental instruments and equipment for each patient; Organize and lay out instruments for use; Hand instruments and other materials to dentist during procedures
· Patients/Interpersonal: Question patients about their medical history and record the information for dentist's reference; Advise patients on effective dental care; Manage patients - help patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment
· Patients/Clinical: Take x-rays of patients' teeth; Take impressions of patients' teeth for casts; Make temporary crowns
· Assisting Dentist: Assist Dentist in all aspects of patient care; Prepare cements, amalgam, composite, impression materials etc.
· Administration: Obtaining patients' dental records; Complete Dental Charting
· Team Support: Provide back-up support for: Scheduling appointments, maintaining records, sending bills, answering phones and other general office duties
Competencies for Excellence
· Concern for Order and Quality: Keeps records, checks quality of work and documentation
· Teamwork: Work to develop friendly and supporting atmosphere; Pitch in and help others
· Customer Service: Become a trusted advisor to the patient; Adhere to proper clinical practices
· Diversity – Bilingual language skills; Adapts and integrates into diverse work group and patient population
Job Requirements
· Must be bilingual (English/Spanish)
· Minimum age of 18 with High School Diploma or equivalent
· Registered Dental Assistant certificate preferred
· General computer use and data entry skills
· Reliable transportation; Ability to work clinic hours: Mon Fri – 8:50-5:30, Tues Thurs – 9:50 to 7:00, Wed- 11:50 to 7:00 and Saturday 8:50 to 4:00
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics and physical demands are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the core functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Apply
Please send resume to hr@jdcweb.com with DA/Houston is the subject line. Resume can also be faxed to 972-488-1899.