Dental Assistant - Learn & Grow in Patient Care

UNAVAILABLE; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

CE Units

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Child Care Assistance

401K

Volunteer Time

Weekend Premium

Job summary

Chesterfield Smiles Dentistry is looking for an entry-level dental assistant to join our team in Chesterfield. No prior dental experience is required, and you will learn through hands-on guidance from licensed professionals while focusing on patient comfort and care.

You will perform basic chairside support, assist with infection control, and help prepare for patient treatments, radiographs, and documentation, all under supervision and in compliance with state regulations.

Qualifications

• No prior dental experience is required.
• Customer services experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Learn and perform basic dental assisting functions under the direct supervision of the licensed dentist.
• Actively participate in the Perfect Patient Experience by focusing on patient comfort and needs.
• Learn infection control procedures for sterilization and operatory cleaning to ensure safety.
• Complete radiographs and intra-oral pictures under the dentist's direction after radiation safety requirements are met.
• Prepare for patient care procedures, assemble procedure trays, provide chairside support, and hand off to front desk for follow-up appointments.
• Instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care as directed by the dentist.
• Record patient charting and treatment notes in the digital system as directed by the dentist.
• Support patient care by presenting treatment records and health history to the dentist prior to treatment.
• Maintain compliance with State, Federal, and other regulations (OSHA, HIPAA, ADA, etc.).

Skills

Customer Service

Job description

Chesterfield Smiles Dentistry is looking for an entry-level dental assistant to join our team in Chesterfield. No prior dental experience is required, and you will learn through hands-on guidance from licensed professionals while focusing on patient comfort and care.

You will perform basic chairside support, assist with infection control, and help prepare for patient treatments, radiographs, and documentation, all under supervision and in compliance with state regulations.