Bilingual Dental Assistant - ACT
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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Location: Galena Park Almatha Clark Taylor Clinic - 13490 Bonham St. Houston, TX 77015
Bilingual Dental Assistant - ACT (Job Overview)
Schedule: Monday-Friday (8AM-5PM)
Welcome to a place where your skills and passion for dental care can truly make a difference. As a Bilingual Dental Assistant at Legacy Community Health, you will be at the heart of our mission to provide exceptional care and treatment to every patient who walks through our doors.
- Be a vital part of our dental team, assisting dentists in daily operations.
- Ensure every patient receives compassionate and personalized care.
- Work in a collaborative environment that values relationships and teamwork.
- Enjoy opportunities for personal and professional growth, including continuing education.
- Contribute to a mission-driven organization dedicated to community health.
At Legacy Community Health, we believe in nurturing not just our patients, but our team members too. Join us in providing meaningful healthcare services and see the impact of your work every day.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare treatment rooms by following prescribed procedures and protocols.
- Welcome, seat, and drape patients for dental treatment.
- Review and record medical and dental histories and vital signs of patients.
- Provide information to patients and staff by answering questions and requests.
- Sterilize and deliver instruments to treatment areas, position instruments for dentist's access, suction, and pass instruments.
- Expose and develop radiographic images, pour, trim, and polish study casts.
- Ensure patient comfort before, during, and after treatment.
- Fabricate temporary restorations, clean and polish removable appliances.
- Help manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification and emergency supplies.
- Educate patients on oral hygiene and postoperative care.
- Apply topical fluoride to teeth.
- Document dental services by charting findings, diagnosis, treatment plan, and completed care.
- Schedule and confirm patient appointments.
- Monitor communications specific to clinic sites and patient care.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and a safe, clean working environment.
- Conserve dental resources by using equipment and supplies efficiently.
- Participate in the Performance Improvement Program and other duties as assigned.
- Travel to other clinic locations as needed to maintain functionality.
Minimum Qualifications
- Registered Dental Assistant that is authorized to practice in the State of Texas.
- Must maintain BLS /CPR certification.
- At least three (3) years of clinical experience preferred.
- Experienced in electronic records.
- Sterile Technique.
- Knowledge of dental materials.
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations.
- Must be able to manage multiple deadlines and decision-making responsibilities.
- Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.
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.