Pediatric Dental Assistant - Part Time
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Job Description
DOCS Dental provides high-quality dental care on Army and Air Force bases, proudly serving military families and veterans. Join a mission-driven, close-knit team that combines private practice excellence with meaningful service. Work in a family-oriented environment with modern technology while making a real impact.
Schedule: 1 Tuesday per month: 7:45 AM – 5:00 PM
Responsibilities
- Create a welcoming, professional experience for patients.
- Prepare and assist patients during dental procedures.
- Support dentists with setup, chairside assistance, and cleanup.
- Maintain sterilization and infection control standards.
- Utilize dental software and equipment to support efficient care.
- Handle clerical tasks and reporting with accuracy and attention to detail.
Requirements
- Current Dental Assistant certification (In the state you are applying to).
- Minimum 1 year of dental assisting experience.
- X-ray and CPR/BLS certifications required.
- Must possess, or be willing to obtain, a Real ID Drivers License prior to start date.
- Preferred: Expanded Duty Dental Assistant and/or Nitrous & Coronal Polishing certifications.
If you are made a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to undergo background check (including criminal record check) and drug screening. We use E-Verify in our hiring process.
DOCS Health is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Pediatrics Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pediatric Dental Assistant - Part Time at DOCS Health a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Dental Assistant — ranked against 342 active Dental Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc.
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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