Dental Assistant

Elite Dental Partners; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to enhancing patient care and education. As a Dental Assistant, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional support to our dental team while ensuring a welcoming environment for patients. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with a 401k plan. Be part of a team that values your contributions and is committed to helping communities achieve better oral health. If you are passionate about patient care and want to make a difference, we would love to hear from you!

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Program

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Quarterly Bonus Opportunities

401k

Qualifications

• Completion of a dental assisting program and certification required by the State Dental Board.
• Radiology certification required to comply with the State Dental Board.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair-side clinical support to Dentists and Hygienists.
• Deliver a superior patient experience at all phases of their appointment.

Skills

Dental assisting experience

Excellent time management

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Patient education

Education

Completion of a dental assisting program

Radiology certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Dental software

Dentrix

Job description

A team that is aligned and patient-focused creates a great environment for patients, and for you as a member of the team. This is what we strive to be and who we want to join us in providing the best care possible for patients to help our communities be healthier, feel better, and smile with confidence.

We are seeking a Dental Assistant who shares our passion for patient care and education, as well as creating a welcoming environment.

Responsibilities

1. Provide chair-side clinical support to Dentists and Hygienists by charting, patient education, operatory set-up and clean-up
2. Deliver a superior patient experience at all phases of their appointment
3. Take and process X-Rays
4. Enter patient treatment plans and maintain files
5. Complete sterilization processes for equipment and operatories
6. Educate patients on the importance of their oral health and how it is best maintained

Qualifications

1. Completion of a dental assisting program, certification as required by the State Dental Board
2. Radiology certification required to be compliant with the State Dental Board
3. Dental assisting experience preferred
4. Excellent time management and problem-solving skills
5. Proficient with Microsoft Office products and dental software; experience with Dentrix preferred
6. Excellent communication skills and a commitment to partnering with all team members to create a great environment

As a valued team member, you’ll enjoy a rewarding career with growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits for full-time Dental Assistants include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Program
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Quarterly Bonus Opportunities
• 401k

An equal opportunity employer and an advocate for diversity and inclusion

Hourly rate: $20 - $25 USD

We take great pride in helping our communities be healthier, feel better, and smile with confidence. Daily, we are driven by our vision to provide an elite patient experience tailored to their needs to receive the best care possible.

Not only do our team members find it rewarding to help patients be healthier, but they also enjoy being part of an organization that supports their growth. Our commitment to professional development and promoting internally when appropriate allows for tremendous career opportunities.

Application Process

• First Name *
• Last Name *
• Email *
• Phone
• Resume/CV *
• Are you age 18 or over? *
• Are you eligible to work in the U.S.? *
• Will you now or in the future require immigration sponsorship for employment visa status? *
• Have you ever been employed by Elite Dental Partners? *
• Were you referred by a current Elite Dental Partners employee? If so, please provide the employee's first and last name.