Clinical Coordinator / Registered Dental Assistant

Family Dental Center; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

4-day work week

Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time

401(k) with employer match

Employer contributes 50% toward health

Paid short-term disability

Continuing education allowance

Paid uniform allowance

Free CPR certification

Free dental care for immediate family

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Family Dental Center in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking a motivated dental assistant to support patient care in a collaborative office. You will assist chairside, sterilize rooms, take radiographs, and help with digital workflows while maintaining accurate patient records.

The role emphasizes strong communication, multitasking, and a willingness to learn new technology in a modern, team-focused practice.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited dental assisting program or DANB.
• Radiology and CPR certification required.
• Dentrix experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Detail-oriented, organized and dependable; able to multitask.
• Adapt quickly to a fast-paced dental office.
• Willingness to learn new technology and processes.

Responsibilities

• Chairside assisting during dental procedures as needed.
• Sterilize instruments and disinfect treatment rooms per OSHA.
• Set up and tear down treatment rooms.
• Take radiographs and assist with digital workflows.
• Seat patients and maintain efficient schedule flow.
• Update patient records and health histories.
• Greet and escort patients to operatories; educate on care.
• Present treatment plans and discuss financial arrangements.
• Track referrals and communicate with specialty offices.
• Maintain HIPAA-compliant records; support team.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Adapt quickly

Education

Graduated dental assisting program or DANB

Radiology certification

CPR certification

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Family Dental Center – Sioux Falls, SD

We are seeking a motivated, compassionate team player who enjoys building long-term patient relationships and thrives in a positive, collaborative environment. The ideal candidate is a multitasker, self-starter, dependable, and someone who catches on quickly in a fast-paced office setting.

What You’ll Love About Our Office:

• Competitive pay
• 4-day work week
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employer contributes 50% toward health insurance
• Paid short-term disability (after 90 days)
• Continuing education allowance
• Paid uniform allowance
• FREE CPR certification
• FREE dental care for immediate family members (excluding lab fees)
• Supportive team culture and modern technology

Schedule:

Full-Time or Part-Time
Monday–Thursday | 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Primary Responsibilities:

Responsible for helping new patients transition smoothly into the practice, supporting ongoing patient care, maintaining clinical flow, and ensuring excellent communication between patients, doctors, and specialty offices.

Clinical & Patient Care Duties:

• Chairside assisting during dental procedures as needed
• Sterilizing instruments and disinfecting treatment rooms according to OSHA regulations
• Setting up and tearing down treatment rooms
• Taking radiographs and assisting with digital workflows
• Seating patients and helping maintain efficient schedule flow
• Reviewing health histories and updating patient records
• Greeting and escorting patients to operatories
• Educating patients on treatment and post-operative care
• Presenting treatment plans and discussing financial arrangements
• Calling patients following difficult treatment appointments
• Taking impressions and supporting lab case management
• Tracking referrals and communicating with specialty offices
• Monitoring inventory and stocking treatment rooms and sterilization areas
• Maintaining accurate records in compliance with HIPAA regulations
• Assisting coworkers and contributing to a positive team atmosphere

Office Participation:

• Participate actively in team meetings
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and professional office environment
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the dentist

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited dental assisting program or DANB
• Minimum 2 years of dental experience preferred
• Radiology and CPR certification required
• Dentrix experience preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented, organized, and dependable
• Ability to multitask and adapt quickly
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn new technology

Why Join Family Dental Center?

• Established and trusted practice in the Sioux Falls community
• Team-oriented culture with supportive leadership
• Modern, technology-forward office
• Opportunity for professional growth and continuing education
• Strong focus on patient relationships and quality care