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entry-level dental assistant Jobs in Denton

entry-level dental assistant

entry level dental assistant

Vanilla Family Dentistry

We are looking for dental assistant to join our private practice! Someone who is personable, motivated, and friendly to join our practice! Experience is NOT needed but is a plus! We could train you to become a licensed dental assistant and pay for that.We are a family owned practice and focus on quality over quantity! We are looking for the perfect candidate who can work full time as our practice is growing rapidly! Must be able to work Saturday&rsquo;s! (2 Saturdays in a month) Your duties will be (but not limited to):Assist dental hygienist Assist the dentist during a variety of treatment proceduresComplete radiographic images and intraoral photos Asking about the patient's medical history and taking blood pressure and pulseHelping patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment Providing patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures, such as the placement of a restoration (filling)Teaching patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health; (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling) Taking impressions of patients' teeth for study casts (models of teeth)Communicating with patients, post operatory follow up call Helping to provide direct patient care in all dental specialties, including orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, periodontics and oral surgeryDisinfect and sterilize instruments, equipment and operatory Prepare the instruments and materials required to treat each patientObtain patients&rsquo; dental records Prepare materials for impressions and restorationsCommunicate effectively with team and patients Check to ensure that dental units are ready, stocked, and clean at all timesAttitude is more important than experiences!!Job Type: Full-timePay: From $12.00 per hourExpected hours: 35 per weekBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Entry-Level Dental Assistant

Affordable Dentist Near  Me

The Dental Assistant plays a crucial role in assisting dentists during patient procedures and ensuring smooth operations within the dental clinic.Must have at least 1 years of dental assistingDuties - Assist dentists during examinations and treatment procedures - Prepare and sterilize instruments for dental procedures - Take and develop dental x-rays - Perform dental receptionist duties when needed - Support prosthodontics proceduresSkills - Proficiency in Open Dental - Experience with four-handed dentistry techniques - Knowledge of medical records management in a dental clinic setting - Familiarity with medical imaging for dental procedures - Ability to assist with prosthodontics procedures - Understanding of medical coding practicesPay: $14.00 - $19.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Dental Assistant

Legacy Dental of Denton

We&rsquo;re seeking a motivated, high-energy Dental Assistant who thrives in a professional, purpose-driven environment. If you&rsquo;re organized, proactive, coachable, and committed to excellence, you&rsquo;ll fit right in with our productive doctor and upbeat team.✔ Competitive pay ✔ Growth and advancement opportunities ✔ Immediate start availableIf you&rsquo;re looking for more than &ldquo;just a job&rdquo; and want to be part of a winning team that values responsibility, communication, and results - we&rsquo;d love to meet you.Apply today! Submit your resume to: info@legacydentalofdenton.comPay: $23.00 - $28.00 per hourWork Location: In person

Natural Grocers

<div>The Job in a Nutshell:
The Dairy/Frozen Assistant is responsible for assisting the Dairy/Frozen Manager in the successful operation and profitability of the Dairy/Frozen department.<div>
Applications are accepted by the date below, which may be updated if the hiring timeline is extended. 
03/10/2026</div> 
Main Ingredients:
<ul><li>Providing World Class Customer Service as a number one priority.</li><li>
Exemplifying integrity, responsibility, and excellence and adhering to all policies.</li><li>
Creating inviting, full and shoppable departments.</li><li>
Assisting the department manager in ordering for the dairy and frozen departments and maintaining accurate inventory levels.</li><li>
Assisting the department managers in managing margin, COGs and overall department profitability including minimizing shrink and maximizing effective purchasing.
</li><li>Ensuring all in-stock products/conditions meet company standards.</li><li>
Offering and following up on special orders.</li><li>
Merchandising shelves, endcaps and dynamic displays.</li><li>
Assisting in managing as well as participating in tagging, facing, rotating, cleaning, markdowns, stocking, and backstock.</li><li>
Assisting in training and monitoring of department personnel including assigning and following up on tasks.</li><li>
Conducting active and passive demos.</li><li>
Working with the department managers to address performance issues within the department.</li><li>
Supporting store opening and closing activities including Daily Sales Report (DSR) and cash handling and cashier closeout responsibilities.</li><li>
Handling register functions including backup cashiering, managing customer returns, addressing customer complaints, and covering register shift changes, including those for scheduled breaks.</li><li>
Maintaining the safety and security of customers and employees.</li><li>
Answering customer questions per company standards and policies, including the use of Health Supportive statements and/or statements of nutritional support.</li><li>
Continually increasing product knowledge.
</li><li>Using SAP and inventory management software, emailing and utilizing other IS programs as needed.</li><li>
Working a schedule based on store needs which includes evenings, weekends, holidays. Position requires working five days, 40 hours per week and attending mandatory store meetings.</li><li>
This position has limited Manager on Duty responsibilities but is never intended to be the overall Manager on Duty for the store. 
</li></ul>Although this is a general outline of job responsibilities all employees are expected to be &ldquo;hands on&rdquo; and do whatever it takes to get the job done and make the company thrive.<div></div> 
Recipe for Success: 
<ul><li>
High School diploma, GED or equivalent preferred.</li><li>
1 year of experience in grocery or retail environment preferred; natural foods background is a plus.</li><li>
1 year of experience supervising others preferred.</li><li>
Ability to pass food safety training courses and/or certifications as required by law and maintain compliance by keeping certifications up to date and registered if applicable.
</li><li>Ability to manage changing priorities and to stay focused with the task at hand.</li><li>
Possess a sense of urgency in the completion of tasks.</li><li>
Possess excellent customer service skills.</li><li>
Highly organized with great attention to detail.</li><li>
Ability to take direction and follow through.</li><li>
Must be cashier trained and able to count currency.
</li><li>Proficient in MS Word, Excel and Outlook</li></ul> 
This job description is not an employment contract. It does not guarantee a job or that the above listed duties are the limit of responsibilities. The job and job description are subject to change with and without notice. Employees are required to accomplish any and all tasks assigned to him/her by their Manager and/or other Store Support Center manager that might not be listed in this job description.<div></div> 
Here&rsquo;s an overview of the benefits we offer our good4u Crew to help ensure the health and wellbeing of you and your family, now and well into the future: 
All Crew Members<ul><li>
Birthday Bonus Pay</li><li>
Vitamin Bucks (up to $2,080 earned as store credit annually)</li><li>
Holiday Pay for 5 Holidays &ndash; Stores Closed</li><li>
Paid Time Off (sick days and vacation) that Increases with Tenure
</li><li>Paid Nutrition Education</li><li>
good4u Crew Member Discount
</li><li>{N}power Program (customer appreciation and rewards program)</li><li>
Regular, Scheduled Pay Increases
</li><li>Advancement Opportunities and Career Development</li><li>
Health and Wellness Program
</li><li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
</li><li>Employee Referral Program</li></ul> 
Full-Time Crew Members (30+ hours/week)<ul><li>
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance</li><li>
Paid Parental Leave
</li><li>Paid Medical Leave (through company paid short-term disability insurance)</li><li>
Company Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
</li><li>Company Paid Life Insurance</li><li>
Voluntary Benefits Including Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Term Life Insurance
</li><li>Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with discretionary Company Match
</li><li>Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
</li><li>Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match</li></ul><div>
Diversity Statement</div>
At the heart of Natural Grocers' commitment to our community and crew is this belief: All people should be empowered to experience health and wellbeing! We cannot be true to this conviction without honoring diversity and cultivating inclusion throughout every aspect of our organization.
At Natural Grocers, we honor our differences, embrace diversity, and cultivate inclusion because both individual and societal health are rooted in these principles. Our Crew is diverse not only in gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, abilities, and age but also in cultural backgrounds, thoughts, and ideas. Celebrating our diversity refreshes, expands, and shapes our perspective, energizing our mission of equitable access to health and wellness for all. We welcome everyone who would like to join us in this mission, with gratitude for the unique life experience each person brings to the table. We&rsquo;re committed to nurturing an ecosystem of diversity and inclusion in which our Crew can continue to thrive.<div></div> 
Physical Capabilities and Environmental Demands: 
N = Never
O = Occasional; 1-33% of time
F = Frequent; 34-66% of time
C = Constant; 67-100% of time 
Physical Requirements:<ul><li>
Must have the ability to constantly lift or carry up to 10 lbs., frequently lift or carry 11-20 lbs., and occasionally lift or carry 21-50 lbs. Must also have the ability to occasionally lift or carry 51-100 lbs. with a team lift.</li><li>
Must have the ability to frequently push or pull up to 15 lbs. and occasionally push or pull 16-100 lbs.
</li><li>Must be able to occasionally use the computer for data entry and use of mouse.</li><li>
Must be able to constantly walk, stand, use fine motor manipulations, grip, bend, twist, turn, and reach outward for the duration of the work shift.</li><li>
Must be able to frequently to reach above chest.</li><li>
Must be able to occasionally sit, squat, kneel, and climb as needed.</li></ul> 
Environmental Requirements:<ul><li>
Must be able to frequently work with sharp tools and equipment, dust, fumes, and congested worksite.
</li><li>Must be able to occasionally work with noise, cold, heat, wet, humid, outside, heights, and contact stress.</li></ul></div>

Dairy/Frozen Assistant

Bezos Academy

<div>
 
 As Montessori Lead Teacher, you will lead a classroom of up to 20 children ages three through five within a network of high quality, tuition-free, Montessori-inspired preschools in under-resourced communities. You will plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active Montessori learning experiences. You will create learning opportunities that support the cognitive, language, social, emotional, and physical development of every child. You will build relationships and communicate regularly with families to support each child&rsquo;s development. In this role, you will support one or more assistant teachers and report directly to the Head of School.
 
 
 
 
 
 You share our passion for the Montessori method and have honed your skills as an early childhood practitioner with expertise in child development, strong communication skills, and experience working with students and families from diverse backgrounds in low-income communities. Above all, you demonstrate passion for our mission to expand access to high quality preschool in under-resourced communities.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 LOCATION
 
 
 
 We are actively hiring for Montessori Lead Teachers for our location in
 
 Denton
 
 (
 
 1820 Frame Street, Denton, TX 76209)
 
 
 
 opening in the fall of 2026.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We anticipate a start date in the summer of 2026 to align with the start of the new school year.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
 
 
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 This is a full-time, benefits-eligible, salaried position.
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 The full salary range for this position is $63,000 - $101,000 per year.
 
 The upper third of the salary range is typically reserved for existing employees who have been in the role for multiple years and demonstrate strong performance over time. Starting salary will vary by qualifications and prior experience.
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 This role includes 32 paid days of scheduled breaks, 3 paid days of personal time off, 9 paid days of sick (care) time, 10 paid holidays, and additional time off if required by applicable law. Benefits for this role include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with a 4% employer contribution match, paid parental leave, an employer-matched flexible spending account for dependent care, and more. Please
 
 see here
 
 for details.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree (OR 4 years of Montessori Primary Lead Teacher experience in lieu of a 4-year degree)
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 Two or more years of experience as a lead teacher or guide, teaching children from infancy through third grade with strong outcomes
 </li>
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 Demonstrated primary (3-6 YO) Montessori knowledge and skills
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 Ability to meet
 
 
 all credentialing criteria for lead early childhood teachers in Texas
 </li>
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 Ability to meet all additional training and eligibility requirements of Texas, including clearing background checks, tuberculosis tests, and so on, with required documentation of your eligibility and training completion submitted to each state&rsquo;s respective child care regulatory agency prior to start of employment
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 Experience monitoring and maintaining accurate records on the progress of individual students
 </li>
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 Ability to independently supervise, communicate effectively with, and care for young children safely, including ability to lift a minimum of 40 lbs
 </li>
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 Demonstrated personal commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and experience working across lines of difference
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
 
 
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 Primary diploma from an AMI, AMS, or other MACTE-accredited institute
 </li>
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 Experience teaching or guiding students in a child-led learning environment (e.g., Montessori, Reggio)
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 Experience working with children and families in low-income communities in the US
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 Experience working with children with special needs
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 RESPONSIBILITIES
 
 
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 Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active Montessori learning experiences
 </li>
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 Use the Bezos Academy curriculum and current research-based instructional practices to develop integrated units of instruction that meet both the group and individual needs of students
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare and maintain a clean, orderly, and attractive Montessori environment with the instructional resources needed to meet the development needs of every child in the classroom
 </li>
 <li>
 Create an environment that demonstrates rapport with and respect and kindness for, all students as well as between students
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 Use Bezos Academy assessment tools/strategies such as observations, children's work samples, continuums of development, portfolios, etc. to help make instructional decisions for individual students
 </li>
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 Monitor and maintain accurate records on the progress of individual students; use school-approved screening and evaluation tools
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 Use relevant, approved technology to support instruction
 </li>
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 Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and families regarding student progress and student needs
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 Establish a positive relationship with families and students, providing regular communication with families about their children
 </li>
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 Maintain teaching skills and participate in professional development activities
 </li>
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 Engage in on-going self-assessment and refinement of practice as well as in collaborative professional growth
 </li>
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 Participate in collegial activities and meetings designed to make the entire school a productive professional learning community
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 Support the learning and development of assistant teachers
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 If applicable, serve as a supervising teacher for teachers enrolled in Bezos Academy&rsquo;s in-house Montessori credentialing program, including providing feedback and completing progress evaluations
 </li>
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 Assume postures at low levels (e.g. kneeling, stooping, bending, and sitting on the floor) as needed to communicate effectively with children
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Please
 
 click here
 
 for a full job description.
 
 
</div>

Primary Montessori Teacher

Southwire

<div>A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America&rsquo;s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what&rsquo;s possible?
Location: Denton
Shift: Night D shift (6:45pm-7am)
Pay Rate: $26.12 &ndash; $27.25<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Job Description</h2></div><div>
General Job Duties<ul><li>
Support Rod Mill testing requirements and perform tests accurately and in a timely manner.</li><li>
Support Wire and Cable Mill testing requirements.</li><li>
Work effectively with basic tasks with little to no supervision.</li><li>
Ability to work safely, always, and maintain working area clean and organized during 12 hr. shift.</li><li>
Ability to walk constantly walking during the shift throughout the facility to collect samples required for testing.</li><li>
Majority of time in QA Lab requires standing while performing job duties.</li></ul> 
Minimum Qualifications and Experience Requirements<ul><li>
Minimum of a high school diploma is required.</li><li>
Experience with using calipers, micrometers, small scales.</li><li>
Ability to perform basic tasks and tests during short periods.</li><li>
Ability to make basic judgement calls based on specifications and standards.</li><li>
Good reading and writing skills, able to solve basic mathematics / problems.</li><li>
Basic level skills in MS Word and MS Excel.</li><li>
Ability to work in a group setting, participating in problem-solving teams.</li></ul> 
Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>
One year wire and cable manufacturing or testing experience.</li></ul> 
Environmental/Safety/Quality<ul><li>
Follow all company environmental rules/procedures and handle all materials in a manner designed to minimize environmental impact.</li><li>
Follow prescribed safety rules/procedures to prevent injury to self and others and to maintain safe equipment and conditions in entire area of responsibility.</li><li>
Seek the assistance and advice of safety reps on matters concerning safe practices, procedures and give personal support to all safety activities and procedures.</li><li>
Use the company&rsquo;s ISO Quality System documentation to help guide all daily quality activities.</li><li>
PPE required &ndash; steel toed safety shoes, safety glasses, ear plugs.</li></ul></div></div></div> 
Benefits We Offer:<ul><li>
401k with Matching &amp; Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)</li><li>
Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)</li><li>
Paid Time Off &amp; Paid Holidays</li><li>
Long &amp; Short-Term Disability</li><li>
Supplemental Insurance Plans</li><li>
Employee Assistance Program</li><li>
Employee Referral Program</li><li>
Tuition Reimbursement Programs</li><li>
Advancement &amp; Professional Growth opportunities</li><li>
Parental Leave</li><li>
&amp; More</li></ul>
Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.</div>

Technician, QA Lab I

Texas Health Resources

<div><div>Registered Nurse
RN &ndash; Ambulatory Surgery
Bring your passion to THR so we are Better + Together!!
Work location: Texas Health Denton: 3000 North I-35 Denton, TX 76201 
Work hours: Full Time (40 Hour) Day Shift; Monday through Friday 7:30a &ndash; 6:00p<div>
Outpatient Surgery highlights: 
<ul><li>Team based environment</li><li>Workplace culture 2nd to none</li><li>Great benefits/ 401k / PTO</li><li>We operate on lean principles and rely heavily on a team atmosphere and individual performance.</li><li>Highly engaged management.</li></ul> 
</div></div><div><div> 
Here&rsquo;s What You Need
 
<ul><li>Nursing Diploma Nursing required OR</li><li>Associate's Degree Nursing required OR</li><li>Bachelor's Degree Nursing preferred</li><li>1 year experience as a Registered Nurse or completion of an RN residency program required</li><li>Previous ambulatory surgery or Pre-Admission Testing experience preferred</li><li>1 year experience with triage and fast pace nursing environment preferred.</li><li>RN - Registered Nurse upon hire required AND</li><li>BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly required</li></ul> 
</div><div>What You Will Do
 
<ul><li>Basic Human Needs - Responds to others' priorities regarding safety, physical, psychological and social needs.</li><li>Human Respect - Honors worth of humans through unconditional acceptance</li><li>Appreciation of Unique Meanings - Concerned with understanding others frame of reference.</li><li>Affiliation Needs - Engages family/caregivers in health care situations.</li><li>Mutual Problem Solving - Professional behaviors that help patients and families understand how to confront, learn about, and think about their health and illness; involves a reciprocal, shared approach with resulting decisions acceptable to involved parties.</li><li>Attentive Reassurance - Listens and concentrates on others. Is reliable, available and attentive.</li><li>Encouraging Manner - The professional nurse communicates an attitude that is supportive, open, positive and tolerant.</li><li>Healing Environment - The professional nurse creates settings that provide privacy, safety, confidentiality and tranquility</li><li>Teamwork - &quot;Individuals caring for individuals, together&quot;</li></ul></div><div>
Additional perks of being a Texas Health RN: 
<ul><li>Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment Program as well as several other benefits.</li><li>At Texas Health, our people make this a great place to work every day. Our inclusive, supportive, people-first, excellence-driven culture make Texas Health a great place to work.
</li><li>A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.</li></ul></div>
Entity Highlights: 
Texas Health Denton is a 255-bed, full-service hospital providing convenient care to people across North Texas and Southern Oklahoma since 1987. With more than 1,100 employees and 450 physicians on our medical staff we&rsquo;re one of Denton County&rsquo;s largest employers.
We specialize in Cancer Care, Neck &amp; Back Program, Critical Care, Neonatology, CT Cardiac Imaging, Neurology, Electrophysiology, Orthopedics &amp; Sports Medicine, Emergency Care, Robotic Surgery, Endovascular Surgery, Stroke Care, General Surgery, Weight Loss Surgery, Heart &amp; Vascular Services, Women &amp; Infants Care, Interventional Radiology and Wound Care &amp; Hyperbaric Treatment.
Texas Health Denton is a Joint Commission-accredited Primary (Level II) Stroke Center and Chest Pain Center, a Metabolic &amp; Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence and a Magnet&reg; designated hospital.
Our four-story specialty center for women and infants features 12 labor and delivery beds, 2 C-section suites along with 6 antepartum and 24 postpartum beds. Texas Health Denton is the city&rsquo;s only provider of obstetrical and neonatal intensive care services and is the largest provider of obstetrical services in Denton County. The ground floor houses a breast imaging center, outpatient physical therapy, cardiac rehabilitation and an internal medicine residency program. 
 
Learn more about our culture, benefits, and recent awards.
Do you still have questions or concerns? Feel free to email your questions to recruitment@texashealth.org.</div></div>

Registered Nurse / RN - Ambulatory Surgery - Full Time, Days

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Technician, QA Lab I

Registered Nurse / RN - Ambulatory Surgery - Full Time, Days