Community-Oriented Dental Assistant | Outreach & Care

Compass Health, Inc.; Weldon Spring (MO); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Health, Inc. is seeking a Dental Assistant to join a mission-driven dental team in Weldon Spring. You will assist dentists, prepare treatment rooms, take radiographs, and support outreach and education efforts across clinics and schools.

This full-time position offers a 7:45am–6:15pm schedule, 40 hours weekly, and a focus on patient comfort and preventive care within the community.

Qualifications

• High School/GED preferred.
• At least two (2) years dental assisting experience preferred.
• Computer literate in electronic mail, word processing, and office management system software.
• A valid, unrestricted driver's license and agency established minimum automobile coverage upon hire required.
• BLS certification or ability to obtain required.

Responsibilities

• Assisting dentists and hygienists with procedures including preventive, restorative, oral surgery, and prosthodontics.
• Preparing treatment rooms, instruments, and materials to ensure efficient, safe patient care.
• Taking radiographs, vital signs, and performing dental charting and sterilization procedures.
• Educating patients on oral hygiene techniques and the impact of nutrition on oral health.
• Traveling to other dental clinics as needed and assisting with front desk duties when cross-trained.

Job description

Compass Health, Inc. is seeking a Dental Assistant to join a mission-driven dental team in Weldon Spring. You will assist dentists, prepare treatment rooms, take radiographs, and support outreach and education efforts across clinics and schools.

This full-time position offers a 7:45am–6:15pm schedule, 40 hours weekly, and a focus on patient comfort and preventive care within the community.