Dental Assistant

Compass Health, Inc.; Missouri; On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Health, Inc. is seeking a devoted Dental Assistant to support dentists and hygienists in delivering compassionate dental care. You will help with chairside procedures, prepare treatment rooms, and promote preventive care while ensuring smooth clinic operations and patient comfort.

Join a mission-driven team that values community health, education, and service, with a 40-hour week and Tue-Fri schedule. Travel to other clinics may be required to support outreach and programs.

Qualifications

• High School/GED preferred.
• At least two years dental assisting experience preferred.
• Computer literate with email, word processing and office software.
• Valid, unrestricted driver's license and minimum auto coverage required.
• BLS certification or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists and hygienists with a variety of procedures.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for efficient care.
• Take radiographs, vital signs, and perform charting and sterilization.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and nutrition's impact on health.
• Support clinic operations including inventory and front desk duties when cross-trained.
• Travel between clinic sites as needed.

Skills

Dental assisting

Communication

Computer literacy

Driver's license

BLS certification

Education

High School/GED preferred

Job description

Support Smiles and Build Health as a Dental Assistant

Schedule: Tues- Fri, 40 hours/week

Join a mission-driven dental team providing compassionate, community-based oral health care. As a Dental Assistant, you'll play a vital role in helping patients feel at ease while assisting with procedures, promoting preventive care, and ensuring smooth clinic operations-from chairside support to community outreach.

This Is a Great Opportunity for Someone Who: Loves helping people feel comfortable and confident in a clinical setting Enjoys hands-on teamwork and takes pride in being a key part of a patient's care experience Wants to be part of an organization that values community health, education, and service

Key Responsibilities: Assisting dentists and hygienists with a variety of 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 Participating in school-based outreach and the Preventive Services Program (PSP) Supporting clinic operations through inventory, maintenance, and administrative tasks Traveling to other dental clinics as needed and assisting with front desk duties when cross-trained

Requirements, Skills, Knowledge and Expertise: High School/GED preferred

WORK EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• At least two (2) years dental assisting experience preferred
• Computer literate in electronic mail, word processing, and office management system software required
• A valid, unrestricted driver's license and agency established minimum automobile coverage upon hire required
• BLS certification or ability to obtain required You'll Be A Great Fit for This Role if You: Take initiative and stay calm under pressure in fast-paced clinical settings Communicate clearly and professionally with patients, families, and team members Care deeply about both clinical excellence and patient comfort Are flexible, dependable, and open to traveling between clinic sites Embrace opportunities to advocate for oral health IND2