Job Information
Scottish Rite for Children Dental Assistant in Dallas, Texas
Our patients are our number one priority! We're committed to giving children back their childhood!
Job Posting Title:
Dental Assistant
Location:
Dallas - Hospital
Additional Posting Details:
M: 8:00 am-4:30 pm
T: 7:30 am-4:00 pm
W: 8:00 am-4:30 pm
(TH: OFF)
F: 6:15 am to 2:45 pm
Job Description:
Duties/Responsibilities
Assist with the delivery of dental care to Scottish Rite for Children patients from infancy to age 18 according to standards
Assure implementation of dental care plans and facilitates patient flow in clinic
Interact and function well with disabled preschool, school-age, and adolescent children and their families adjusting the care to a developmentally appropriate level
Interact face-to-face with staff, patients/families, non-patients, and other health care professionals
Assist in documentation of patient/family assessments, treatment plans, stabilization techniques, and outcomes
Demonstrate knowledge of child development basic to the care of infants, toddlers, preschool, school-age children, and adolescents utilizing this information in supporting dental treatment interventions
Assist with scheduling patients and answering phones as needed
Demonstrates ability to work in a fast-paced/hospital/OR setting
Required Skills/Abilities
Bilingual/Spanish preferred
High school diploma or equivalent required
Basic computer skills needed
Certificate in dental assisting (CDA) preferred
Minimum 2 years of experience as a dental assistant required (pediatric dental assistant/operating room (OR) experience preferred)
Previous experience with children, especially children with disabilities helpful
Basic knowledge of child development needed
At Scottish Rite for Children, we work together with the common goal of helping give children back their childhood. Scottish Rite is a unique place to work because we believe in a collaborative approach, utilizing the care and expertise from all departments. We are always looking for caring, energetic individuals to join our team. We currently have locations in Dallas and Frisco and is an equal opportunity employer.
For questions, contact careers@tsrh.org.