Bilingual - Dental Assistant
Benefits
- Paid Time Off & Paid Company Holidays
- Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- $0 Copay for Legacy Provider visits
- $0 Copay for prescriptions filled at Legacy Pharmacies
- Travel Insurance & Pet Insurance
- Subsidized Gym Membership
- And much more!
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Job Overview
At Legacy Community Health, we are on a mission to elevate community healthcare by providing exceptional services to every patient. We invite forward-thinking individuals to join our innovative team as a Bilingual Dental Assistant, where creativity and expertise meet to transform everyday patient interactions into exceptional experiences.
- Role Highlights: Directly assist dentists in daily operations, ensuring each patient receives superb care and treatment.
- Impact & Growth: Engage in community-driven healthcare initiatives with opportunities for career advancement and professional growth, including potential loan repayment programs.
- Collaborative Environment: Work cohesively with a team committed to making a difference in patient lives.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare treatment rooms for patients by adhering to prescribed procedures and protocols.
- Welcome, seat, and drape patients in preparation for dental treatments.
- Review and accurately record patients' medical and dental histories and vital signs.
- Provide information to patients and staff, addressing questions and requests.
- Sterilize and deliver instruments to treatment areas, ensuring they are positioned for efficient access.
- Expose and develop radiographic images, and manage study casts diligently.
- Maintain patient comfort throughout the treatment process.
- Fabricate temporary restorations and clean removable appliances to maintain patient oral health.
- Manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification and emergency supplies.
- Educate patients with oral hygiene and post-operative instructions, applying topical fluoride as needed.
- Document dental services by accurately charting findings, diagnoses, treatments, and care plans.
- Schedule and confirm patient appointments, managing internal referrals and communications.
- Uphold patient confidentiality and maintain a safe, sanitary work environment in compliance with regulations.
- Attend CE classes to sustain professional knowledge and contribute to team efforts with additional duties as needed.
- Support clinic functionality by traveling to other locations as required.
- Participate in the Performance Improvement Program to enhance service delivery.
Minimum Qualifications
- Registered Dental Assistant authorized to practice in Texas.
- Hold and maintain BLS/CPR certification.
- Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience preferred.
- Proficient in electronic records and maintaining sterile techniques.
- Comprehensive knowledge of dental materials and OSHA regulations.
- Capability to manage multiple deadlines and make informed decisions.
- Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred, enhancing patient communication.
About Legacy Community Health
As the largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Southeast Texas, Legacy Community Health has been delivering comprehensive, high-quality, and affordable health care for nearly 40 years. With more than 50 clinics across the Greater Houston and Gulf Coast region, we continue to grow strategically and invest in our communities. By innovating how care is delivered, we've stayed at the forefront of connecting our communities to health—every day, in every way. At Legacy, we know our success is powered by our people. We're always looking for talented, passionate individuals who want more than a job—they want a meaningful career that makes a real impact. Explore our open positions and see if a career at Legacy is right for you.At Legacy Community Health, our mission—Driving healthy change in our communities—guides everything we do. To fulfill this mission, every team member is expected to embody the following core attributes in their daily work, regardless of role or department:
Approachable & Collaborative
We bring our expertise without ego. In a collaborative healthcare environment, humility fosters trust and teamwork. Our employees value diverse perspectives, seek input from others, and are unafraid to acknowledge when they need help. We stay grounded in our purpose: to serve patients and communities with compassion and humility.
Driven & Committed
We are driven by a deep commitment to excellence in patient care and organizational improvement. Our employees take initiative, embrace challenges, and go the extra mile to support our mission. Whether improving patient outcomes, streamlining processes, or stepping up in times of need, we are always striving to drive healthy change—within ourselves, our teams, and the communities we serve.
Perceptive & Thoughtful Communicators
We value emotional intelligence as much as clinical or technical skill. Our team members demonstrate sound judgment, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to navigate complex situations with empathy and professionalism. They communicate clearly and respectfully with patients, families, and colleagues, building trust and fostering a safe, inclusive environment for all.
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