Traveling Dental Assistant — Mobile Dental Care
On-siteWaco, Texas, United States
Waco, Texas, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeLicense Or CertificationSmall
Full TimeLicense Or CertificationSmall
Job Summary
Conduct onsite dental care for long-term care residents in mobile clinics, assisting with patient transport, instrument preparation, and sterilization protocols. Coordinate with clinic managers, dentists, and patient transporters while providing hands-on training in a supportive environment. Maintain strict infection control standards and ensure all equipment is properly sterilized between visits. This role requires meeting a schedule of four to five days per week with frequent three to four night overnight stays, including company-covered transportation and accommodations.
Required Qualifications
- Ability to meet the travel schedule and overnight requirements listed above
- Current Dental Assistant certificate
- Radiographer certification or licensure
- Comfort assisting elderly residents, including helping transport patients in wheelchairs or geriatric chairs to and from the mobile dental unit when needed
- Ability to prepare instruments, equipment, and materials for patient treatment
- Commitment to proper sterilization, infection control, and clinic cleanliness procedures
- Strong attention to detail, organization, punctuality, and reliability
- A compassionate, respectful communication style with patients, facility staff, and team members
- Flexibility with schedule and willingness to support daily clinic operations as needed
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