Surgical Dental Assistant - Austin Periodontal Associates - Austin, TX

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

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