Job Description

Dental Assistant
Amarillo
46787BR
Position Description
Under direct supervision, supports dental care delivery by preparing treatment rooms, patients, instruments and materials. Provides assistance to faculty, residents and students in respective clinic in accordance with the State Dental Practice Act. Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
Major/Essential Functions
The Dental Assistant provides chairside support to the dentist while delivering quality dental care to incarcerated individuals within a correctional healthcare environment. This position assists with clinical procedures, maintains treatment areas, manages dental records, and supports infection control and safety practices in accordance with organizational policies, professional standards, and correctional regulations. Responsibilities include the following:
- Assist the dentist during examinations, procedures, and treatments.
- Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, materials, and equipment for patient care.
- Obtain and document patient health histories and vital information as appropriate.
- Take, develop, and maintain dental radiographs in accordance with state regulations and organizational policies.
- Sterilize and maintain dental instruments and equipment following infection control standards.
- Ensure accurate documentation of patient care, treatment plans, and clinical activities within the electronic health record.
- Collaborate with healthcare staff, security personnel, and administrators to ensure safe and efficient patient care.
- Respond appropriately to medical or security emergencies in accordance with established protocols.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Dental Assistant: A minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent.
- Registered Dental Assistant: High School or equivalent. One (1) year of related experience or completion of an approved dental assistant course is required. Dental Assistant registry with the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners.
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Nationally recognized for innovative programs, academic achievement, cutting-edge research and exceptional patient care, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center aims to promote a greater health environment for West Texas and beyond. While our flagship campus resides proudly in Lubbock, Texas, TTUHSC operates five schools with campuses in Abilene, Amarillo, Dallas/Fort Worth, Lubbock and the Permian Basin (Midland & Odessa).
Like Texas itself, we are an independent and proud institution that is part of a larger union, the Texas Tech University System. As a university separate from Texas Tech University, we have been entrusted with a singular charge: to teach the next generation of doctors, nurses, pharmacists, researchers and health care professionals while simultaneously providing the people of West Texas with world-class patient care. We are both an institution of higher learning and a place where real people come for life-saving medical care.
Our Mission
As a comprehensive health sciences center, our mission is to enrich the lives of others by educating students to become collaborative health care professionals, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research.
Our Values & Culture
Through our values-based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first. Our five values guide our actions and principles: Beyond Service, Kindhearted, Integrity, One Team, and Visionary.
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We are proud to offer many exceptional employee benefits, including a generous compensation package with comprehensive benefits, medical and dental insurance, paid time off and substantial automatic retirement contributions. Additionally, we invest in employee success by providing many resources designed to support your personal and professional growth, including:
- Comprehensive Health Plans and Other Core Insurance
- State Retirement Programs and Pension Options
- Retiree Insurance for Lifetime Medical Benefits
- Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning Programs
- Tuition scholarships for employees and their dependents
- Leadership and Professional Development Programs
- Mental and Physical Wellness Programs
- Employee Recognition Programs and Longevity Pay
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