Dental Assistant

Associatedoms; Des Peres (MO); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Associatedoms is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists by preparing treatment rooms, assisting during procedures, and maintaining a clean clinical environment.

Responsibilities include chairside assistance, X-ray processing, patient histories, and patient education on oral health. The role emphasizes safety, HIPAA/OSHA compliance, and teamwork within the practice.

Qualifications

• Active RDA certification or license (state requirements vary).
• Strong understanding of dental terminology and clinical procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a patient-centered approach.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated.
• Reliable and punctual with flexibility to support team needs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for dental treatment and ensure comfort before procedures.
• Assist the dentist chairside during examinations and procedures.
• Maintain infection control by sterilizing instruments and setting up operatories.
• Take and process dental X-rays following safety protocols.
• Record patient medical and dental histories in patient records.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and plaque control.
• Provide post-operative instructions and patient care guidance.
• Assist with medical and dental emergencies when necessary.
• Form preliminary impressions for study models and temporary restorations when permitted.
• Protect and monitor dental equipment; manage inventory and supplies.
• Maintain HIPAA, OSHA compliance and required trainings.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient-centered care

Highly organized

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Education

RDA certification

Tools

X-ray equipment

Job description

Description

The Dental Assistant plays a vital role in supporting dentists by preparing treatment rooms, assisting during procedures, and maintaining a clean, organized clinical environment. This position is essential to deliver high-quality patient care, supporting efficient clinical workflows, and ensuring compliance with safety and infection control standards.

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for dental treatment, ensuring comfort and readiness for procedures.
• Assist the dentist chairside during examinations and dental procedures.
• Maintain infection control standards by sterilizing and disinfecting instruments, setting up operatories, and preparing materials.
• Take and process dental X-rays as prescribed, following safety protocols and certification requirements.
• Collect and record patient medical and dental histories, vital signs, and treatment information in patient records.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, oral health care, and plaque control as directed by the dentist.
• Provide post-operative instructions and patient care guidance as instructed.
• Assist with managing medical and dental emergencies when necessary.
• Form preliminary impressions for study models and assist with fabricating temporary restorations, when permitted by state regulations.
• Protect, maintain, and monitor dental equipment and tools to ensure proper functionality.
• Order dental supplies and assist with inventory management.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and all required training and safety standards.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned to support daily operations and evolving practice needs.
• Team members are expected to uphold the culture outlined in the SDB Handbook, with a focus on our core values and any additional responsibilities as defined

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of one year of dental assisting experience preferred.
• Active RDA certification or license (requirements vary by state)
• Strong understanding of dental terminology and clinical procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a patient centered approach.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver exceptional customer service.
• Ability to work effectively with patients and as part of a collaborative dental team.
• Reliable and punctual, with flexibility to support team needs as required.