Job detail
Dental Assistant I - School of Dentistry
UTHealth (University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston)
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/27/2026
Location
Houston, Texas
Core responsibilities
The dental assistant i provides chairside assistance to students and faculty during dental treatments and examinations. They are also responsible for maintaining infection control standards, preparing surgical equipment, and managing patient records.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a registered dental assistant (Rda) certification from the texas state board of dental examiners. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, and completion of a recognized dental assistant program is preferred.
high schoolprofessional certificateSterilizationComputer skillsInfection controlEmergency responseChairside assistanceFour-handed dentistryPatient records managementDental equipment maintenanceDental assistanceX-ray imagingCBCT imaging
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Employee discounts
- Vacation time
- Financial counseling
- Sick time
- Mental health counseling
- Wellness programs
- Pension plan
- Gym membership discounts
- Legal counseling
- Longevity pay