Dental Assistant

For over 40 years, South Austin Dental Associates has provided our community with quality dental care that you can trust. Dr. Evan Matthysse is committed to continuing the legacy of honest, excellent dentistry that Dr. Butcher created while bringing his own modern approach to the table. We never try to push unnecessary treatments. Instead, our Austin team focuses on keeping your smile healthy and just doing what needs to be done. Every patient who walks through our doors is a member of the family, so you can rest assured that you’ll receive nothing less than the care you deserve.

4419 Frontier Trail, Ste 104 Austin, TX 78745 • Healthcare • Full-Time

Salary Range:
$20 - $25 hour

DENTAL ASSISTANT

We are a private general dental practice in South Austin. Dr. Matthysse and the team take pride in our work ethic, working together in a kind and caring environment while respecting the team’s family life. We are looking for a Dental Assistant who is highly skilled, self-motivated, punctual, and will ensure excellent patient care.

Dental Assistant Duties & Responsibilities

Welcome patients to the dental office
Prepare patients for treatments or checkups, ensuring their comfort
Select and set up instruments, equipment, and material needed
Sterilize instruments according to regulations
Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry
Undertake lab tasks as instructed
Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
Schedule appointments
Inventory and ordering supplies

Dental Assistant Requirements

Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
Understanding of health & safety regulations
The ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus
Experience with implants is a plus
Experience placing aligner attachments is a plus
Open Dental Practice Management experience a plus
i-Tero and/or Prime experience a plus
Great pass offs
Excellent chart notes
Good communication and people skills
Attention to detail
Well-organized and reliable
High school diploma; Certified DA/RDA, xray certification and nitrous certification