Dental Assistant-Full time- Houston

Enable Dental · Houston, TX Full Time
$49920 – $58240 / year
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Job Description

ABOUT ENABLE DENTAL Enable Dental is redefining dental care by bringing high-quality, comprehensive services directly to those who need it most—patients in assisted living facilities, skilled nursing homes, and individuals unable to visit a traditional office. By combining cutting-edge mobile healthcare technology with a compassionate, skilled team, we’re improving oral health outcomes and enhancing quality of life for thousands of patients. As a rapidly growing, mission-driven company, we foster a high-performance culture where innovation, accountability, and teamwork drive everything we do. If you're looking for a career with purpose and growth potential, this is your opportunity to make a real impact. YOUR DAY TO DAY As a Dental Assistant, you’ll be an essential part of our mobile care team, working closely with Dentists and Hygienists to provide high-quality, comfortable care to patients. Your role will include: Preparing patients for dental procedures and ensuring they feel at ease. Taking and developing dental X-rays using digital imaging technology. Assisting with cleanings, polishing, and fluoride treatments to promote oral health Maintaining accurate dental records and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Transporting, setting up, and maintaining dental equipment and supplies for mobile visits. Educating patients on proper oral hygiene and post-treatment care. Driving a company-provided minivan (or your own, if needed) to patient locations. WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS ROLE Impactful Work – Help provide essential dental care to patients who may not otherwise have access Innovative & Dynamic Environment – Work outside a traditional office setting, traveling to different locations Career Growth & Development – Be part of a rapidly growing company with training and advancement opportunities Supportive Team Culture – Join a compassionate, mission-driven team that values collaboration and excellence Competitive compensation & attractive benefits – need we say more?! Requirements WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR Education, Training & Experience: High school diploma or equivalent Minimum Active State Level Dental Assistant Certification At least one year of experience working in a dental setting (preferred) Must be over 25 years old, with a State Driver's License and clean driving record Skills & Abilities: Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to make patients feel comfortable Excellent organizational and time management skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Job Requirements: Willing & able to lift and transport dental equipment & supplies Must be comfortable driving a minivan for mobile visits Must be over 25 years old, with a State Driver's License and clean driving record Benefits Compensation: Enjoy a competitive hour rate ranging from $24-28 an hr Perks: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision coverage, a 401(k) plan (with 3% match), Life Insurance, and generous Paid Time Off to help you recharge and thrive.

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Support roles in senior living — housekeeping, maintenance, activities, and social work — are far more resident-facing than similar positions in other industries. Housekeepers and maintenance staff interact with residents in their personal living spaces daily, which requires discretion, patience, and genuine respect for the people who live there. In Texas, even non-clinical staff must complete facility-specific training on topics like abuse prevention, infection control, and emergency procedures.

Activities coordinators and social workers play a direct role in resident well-being — isolation and depression are significant concerns in senior living, and programming that keeps residents socially engaged has measurable health outcomes. Maintenance staff in senior care need to understand life-safety systems (fire alarms, emergency generators, call systems) and are often the first responders for building emergencies. Background checks are required for all positions, and many facilities prefer candidates who have previous experience working with older adults.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.

For housekeeping roles, the day follows a room-by-room schedule — cleaning resident rooms, sanitizing common areas, managing laundry, and responding to spill or accident cleanups as they happen. Infection control protocols are more rigorous than in hotels or commercial cleaning, especially during flu season or respiratory illness outbreaks.

Maintenance staff handle a daily work order queue — everything from changing light bulbs and fixing call buttons to HVAC maintenance and plumbing repairs. Life-safety equipment checks (fire extinguishers, exit lighting, generator testing) happen on set schedules. Activities professionals plan and lead group programming — exercise classes, crafts, music sessions, outings — and also provide one-on-one engagement for residents who cannot participate in group settings. Social workers manage care conferences, discharge planning, family mediation, and community resource referrals. Across all these roles, the common thread is that you become a familiar, trusted presence in residents' daily lives.

Houston Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Home Health and Personal Care Aide positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $10.97/hr ($22,818/yr). The typical range is $10.60 – $13.28/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $20,613/yr
Houston Median $22,818/yr
Experienced (90th) $30,597/yr
vs. National Median -34.6%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.

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