Dental Assistant - Leap Kids Dental

FHLB Des Moines; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401K matching

Paid time off

Health insurance

Orthodontic treatment

Job summary

Rock Dental Brands seeks a talented, self-motivated Dental Assistant to support the dentist and deliver high-quality care in our Springfield, MO practice. You will work closely with our dental team to ensure patient comfort and safety throughout examinations and procedures.

Responsibilities include preparing operatories, assisting during exams, documenting treatments, and maintaining equipment and supplies, all while upholding our commitment to exceptional patient experiences and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Registered Dental Assistant or a Certified Dental Assistant.
• CPR required.
• Trained by an Accredited Dental Assistant School.
• 1+ years of Dental Assisting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist with patients to ensure the highest quality of care.
• Perform clinical and technical procedures under direct supervision of a licensed dentist.
• Prepare patient operatory and equipment and assist the doctor during examination and treatment.
• Maintain documentation of all treatment rendered using electronic and paper dental records and forms.
• Perform general housekeeping and restocking as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Computer literacy

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Education

Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or Certified Dental Assistant (CDA)

CPR certification

Tools

Dental software

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Are you looking for a new career that impacts lives by creating smiles for a lifetime? We have an exciting opportunity for a talented and self-motivated individual to become a member of our team. Our Dental Assistant will assist the dentist with patients to ensure the highest quality of care is provided. Perform clinical and technical procedures under the direct supervision of a licensed dentist. Prepare patient operatory and equipment and assist the doctor during examination and treatment.

A few specific job duties:

• Must communicate clearly and calmly the treatment needs to parent and patient utilizing the prescribed treatment plan.
• Must be able to recognize and identify prior authorization requirements, along with ensuring signed consent forms.
• Maintain awareness of comfort and safety needs of patients.
• Provide clear and concise documentation of all treatment rendered using electronic and paper dental records and forms.
• Perform general housekeeping and restocking as needed.

Qualifications:

• Licensed as a Registered Dental Assistant or a Certified Dental Assistant
• CPR required.
• Trained by an Accredited Dental Assistant School
• 1+ years of Dental Assisting preferred

Qualities We Look For:

• Exceptional customer service skills
• Computer literacy
• You can work independently and be able to anticipate the needs of the team and doctor.
• Overall someone who is respectful to fellow team members, patients, and the Doctor and is genuinely nice and kind.

What We Offer:

• Support you Professionally: Competitive pay, career growth opportunities, talented and a motivated team who care about each other, our mission, and our patients.
• Support your Health & Well-being: flexible health and insurance options, Employee Assistance Program, and complimentary orthodontic treatments that help you and your family stay on track.
• Life Balance: Paid time off and holiday pay
• Planning for the future: plan for the future with an industry-leading 401K retirement plan with matching company contributions.

At Rock Dental Brands, we believe that every team member shares the most important job, because whether directly or indirectly, we are all crucial to the patient journey. We are a unified team with a commonly held desire to give patients positive, uplifting experiences that they will want to share with others. Our team members are committed to continuous learning. A valued-voice for both our patients and practices, our clinical teams enjoy a rewarding career, complete with educational and growth opportunities, flexibility and financial stability. We invest in our people to further their knowledge and improve our patients’ experiences. We may be a bit biased, but we think it’s one of the best companies to work for. We truly value our team members. We challenge them daily and celebrate their successes. What really sets us apart from most other jobs is the opportunity to work together as a team, to truly make a difference in our patients’ lives, and to help create smiles that will last a lifetime. We take great pride in our company’s culture because it’s so rich and deeply embedded in everything we do.