Dental Assistant - School of Dentistry

Dental Assistant I - School of Dentistry

What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in.

UTHealth Houston's School of Dentistry is hiring for a Dental Assistant I to join their team of professionals. The DA I will be responsible for assisting residents/students with dental treatment, taking X-rays and CBCTs, setting up surgeries, infection control, cleaning and fully stocking operatories, and more. RDA from the State Board of Dental Examiners is required. CPR/BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) is highly preferred.

7500 Cambridge, Houston, Texas 77054

• Assists in the teaching of dental students, dental assisting students, and dental hygiene students in the principles of four-handed dentistry and dental assistant utilization (DAU).
• Provides chair side assistance to students and faculty.
• Maintains sterile and prepares equipment, instruments, and supplies within working area.
• Maintains infection control standards.
• Maintains records of patients seen, procedures performed, materials used, and appointments.
• Responds to emergency situations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a recognized dental assistant educational program preferred.
• Dental Assistant by Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE) required.
• Basic office or computer skills.
• RDA license required; CPR/BLS certification highly preferred.

• 100% paid medical premiums for full-time employees.
• Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, vacation and sick time – around 37-38 days per year).
• Longevity Pay (monthly payments after two years of service).
• Retirement/pension plan.
• Free financial and legal counseling.
• Free mental health counseling services.
• Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs.
• Employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
• Resources for child and elder care.

All employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas. This position is security-sensitive pursuant to Texas Education Code and related statutes.