Dental Assistant

Compass Health Network; Union (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Missouri is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to support dental teams in patient care, education, and treatment. This full-time role involves assisting with procedures, educating the community, and ensuring compliance with health standards. Join a passionate team committed to making a positive impact through comprehensive services and career advancement opportunities.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Loan Repayment Programs

Qualifications

• At least two years of dental assisting experience preferred.
• BLS certification or ability to obtain required.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentist with various dental procedures.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and health strategies.
• Promote oral health through community presentations.

Skills

Communication

Patient Care

Infection Control

Oral Hygiene Education

Education

High School/GED

Tools

Management Software

Job description

Compensation: $24-$26+/hr, dep Ed/Exp/Expanded Func

The Dental Assistant will perform duties that assist the dentist, hygienists, and other assistants in patient care and treatment. Supports the dental team by preparing treatment rooms, patients, instruments, and materials, ensuring procedures comply with the dental practice act. Performs reception, chairside assisting, sterilization, inventory, and record-keeping duties.

This is a full-time, benefit-eligible position working Monday - Thursday.

Responsibilities Include:

• Educate and promote oral health through presentations in schools, civic organizations, community programs, and other entities
• Promote and implement the Preventive Services Program (PSP) in local schools

Clinical Tasks:

• Review health history
• Conduct dental charting
• Take dental radiographs
• Perform infection control and sterilization procedures
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, nutrition, and health strategies
• Assist dentist with various dental procedures including oral surgery, restorative, prosthodontics, endodontics, and preventive care
• Prepare treatment rooms following protocols
• Take patient vitals
• Communicate professionally with team and patients
• Maintain dental equipment and resources
• Help patients feel comfortable before, during, and after treatment
• Travel to other clinics as needed
• Other duties as assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS & EXPOSURE RISK

• Exposure to blood, body fluids, radiation, fumes, gases, biohazard waste, and electrical hazards

High School/GED preferred

• At least two (2) years of dental assisting experience preferred
• Computer literacy in email, word processing, and management software required
• Valid driver’s license and insurance coverage required or ability to obtain within 30 days

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION: BLS certification or ability to obtain required

Compass Health Network is a nonprofit organization providing behavioral health, substance use, family medicine, and dental services across Missouri. We are a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and a Community Mental Health Center (CMHC), committed to ethical and professional standards, offering innovative, community-focused care.

About Us:

We are dedicated to making a positive impact through comprehensive services including behavioral health, substance use treatment, family medicine, and dental care. Our mission is Inspire Hope. Promote Wellness.

Why Join Us?

Join a passionate team that values collaboration, growth, and making a difference. We offer opportunities for career advancement, professional development, licensure supervision, mentorship, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance, mental well-being resources, paid time off, holidays, and Loan Repayment programs.

If you're committed to meaningful work and professional growth in a supportive environment, we want to hear from you!

Equal Opportunity Statement: Compass Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and participates in E-Verify.