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General Assistant Shift - Junior in Mesquite, TX | $21.60/hr
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What they do
A Dental Assistant assists dentists in caring for patient's teeth. Helps patients get ready for treatment; prepares equipment and supplies. May perform some dental procedures under the direction of a dentist, such as fluoride application, if allowed under state regulations. Works in dental offices.
$40,699 / year median in Texas
+29% projected growth
Job Description
General Assistant
Mesquite, TX
Pay range
$22/hr
Job type
Temp / Shift
Location
Mesquite, TX 75149
Experience
1 year
Posted
Posted today
DATE
Thu, Sep 17, 2026
TIME
7:45 AM - 5:30 PM
BREAK
60 minutes
APPT. BLOCK
with no dedicated RDA
PMS
SOFTWARE
Dentrix
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Toothio will send you available Dental Assistant shifts in your area directly to your phone and you can decide to accept and work the shift. Once you work the shift we will pay you as soon as you are done.
We are looking for Dental Assistants with 1 year of experience, that are looking to set their own schedule and only work when it works for them.
What is Toothio?
Toothio is a technology platform that connect Dental professionals with Dental offices that need to fill gaps in their schedule.
Dental offices gain access to high quality dental professionals, on-demand, while dental professionals can pick up work that fits their schedules.
Why work through Toothio?
Competitive pay based on market rates
Work ONLY when you WANT
No penalty for not working shifts
Same day pay
We are looking for a competent registered dental assistant who will make the dentist's office more efficient and pleasant for patients. You'll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist's shoulders. Registered dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible.
Responsibilities
Welcome customers in the dental office
Prepare customers for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort
Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
Sterilize instruments according to regulations
Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry
Undertake lab tasks as instructed
Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
Schedule appointments
Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures
Skills
1 year of relevant General Assistant experience
Proven experience as a registered dental assistant
Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus
High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred
Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)
Practice management software: Dentrix
Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
Understanding of health & safety regulations
Good computer skills
Excellent communication and people skills
Attention to detail
Well-organized and reliable
Benefits
- Dental Insurance