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Surgical Dental Assistant

Austin Periodontal Associates

Austin, TX 78759
20 - 32/hr

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Job Description

JOB TITLE: Dental Assistant – Periodontics & Implant Surgery (4-Day Work Week)
JOB TYPE: Full-time
PAY: $30–$34 per hour (depending on experience)
SCHEDULE: Monday–Thursday, 6:45 AM–3:00 PM (no nights, no weekends, no Fridays)
LOCATION: Austin, TX 78759 (North MoPac / 360 area) — in person
ABOUT US
Austin Periodontal Associates is an established periodontal and dental implant
practice in north Austin. We're a small, close-knit team focused on excellent
patient care in a calm, professional, and supportive specialty setting.

ABOUT THE ROLE
We're looking for a dependable, detail-oriented Dental Assistant to join us
chairside. You'll assist with periodontal and implant surgery, IV sedation
monitoring, and day-to-day clinical care. This is a great fit for an assistant
who enjoys surgical dentistry and wants to grow in a specialty practice — we're
happy to train the right person on our procedures and sedation protocols.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

- Assist chairside during periodontal and implant surgery and non-surgical treatment

- Set up and break down operatories; sterilize and organize instruments

- Take digital x-rays and chart treatment, medications, and vitals

- Monitor patients during IV sedation (training provided)

- Prepare surgical trays, lab cases, and post-op materials

- Keep operatories stocked and help manage supplies and inventory

- Provide warm, professional patient care from greeting to check-out
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

- Current Texas Registered Dental Assistant (RDA), or the ability to obtain one

- Current BLS/CPR certification (AHA)

- Chairside experience preferred; surgical, oral surgery, or perio a plus

- Reliable, team-oriented, and comfortable in a fast-paced surgical setting

- Professional demeanor and strong attention to detail
WHY YOU'LL LIKE WORKING HERE

- Four-day work week — Monday through Thursday, out by 3:00

- No nights, no weekends, no Fridays

- Paid time off — up to 18 days per year (after 90 days)

- Two-week office closure each December

- Health insurance available

- Small, supportive team; hands-on experience with perio, implants, and IV sedation
HOW TO APPLY
Apply through Indeed with your resume. We look forward to meeting you.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Experience:
Insurance verification: 1 year (Preferred)
Dental front desk/ assisting: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Registered Dental Assistant (Required)
Work Location: In person

Requirements

• CPR Certification
• Teamwork
• BLS Certification
• Attention to detail
• Registered Dental Assistant

About Austin Periodontal Associates

Austin Periodontal Associates, led by board-certified periodontist Dr. Andrew Verrett, specializes in comprehensive periodontal and dental implant services in Austin, Texas. With a focus on prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of gum disease, bone regeneration, and dental implants, the practice is dedicated to providing personalized care for optimal oral health and confident smiles.

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