Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant - Oral Surgery PracticeDental Assistant

Victoria Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Location: Victoria, TX
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Us

Victoria Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery is committed to providing high-quality surgical care in a welcoming, professional environment. Our team works together to ensure every patient feels informed, comfortable, and supported throughout their treatment.

Position Overview

We are seeking a dependable and compassionate Dental Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate has previous dental assisting experience and thrives in a fast-paced clinical environment. Oral surgery experience is strongly preferred but not required.

Key Responsibilities

Provide chairside assistance during oral surgery procedures
Prepare patients, treatment rooms, instruments, and equipment
Sterilize instruments and maintain proper infection-control standards
Take and process dental X-rays as permitted
Review and update patient information and clinical documentation
Prepare dental materials and surgical supplies
Provide patients with preoperative and postoperative instructions
Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked clinical area
Follow all OSHA, HIPAA, safety, and sanitation requirements
Collaborate with clinical and front-office team members to support an efficient patient experience

Qualifications

Previous dental assisting experience required
Oral surgery experience strongly preferred
Current Texas dental assistant registration or ability to obtain it, as applicable
Familiarity with dental instruments, equipment, and clinical procedures
Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
Excellent communication and patient-service skills
Dependable, professional, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Benefits

Eligible full-time employees may receive:

Competitive compensation
Health insurance
Paid time off
Opportunities for professional growth and development

If you are passionate about patient care and would like to grow your skills in an oral surgery setting, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to learning more about you!

Equal Employment Opportunity

Victoria Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process.