Dental Assistant ll

Ganglani DMD PLLC; Missouri; On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation & Holidays

401k Program with matching

Health, dental, and vision plan

Life Insurance and Disability

Flexible Schedules

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Guardian Dentistry in Missouri is seeking a certified dental assistant to support dentists, prepare exam rooms, sterilize instruments, take X‑rays, and assist during procedures.

Requirements include completion of a certified dental assistant program, radiographic certification, and at least 18 months of clinical experience; coronal polishing is a plus. This role offers a competitive hourly rate and strong benefits.

Qualifications

• Completion of a certified dental assistant training program.
• Radiographic certification required.
• Coronal Polishing is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms, sterilize instruments, and ensure equipment is ready for dentists.
• Assist dentists during procedures by handing instruments and anticipating needs.
• Take and process dental X-rays; perform lab tasks as instructed.
• Greet patients, schedule appointments, and assist with payments.
• Maintain accurate patient records and deliver oral hygiene instructions.
• Communicate clearly to patients regarding post-operative care.

Skills

Clinical experience

Communication skills

Team player

Motivated work ethic

Interpersonal skills

Education

Certified dental assistant training program

Radiographic certification

Tools

X-ray equipment

Job description

Location: FRESHDental Hickory

Job Responsibilities

• Preparing exam rooms, sterilizing instruments, and ensuring necessary equipment is ready for dentists
• Knowledge of general anatomy of the mouth and dental terms
• Understanding of crowns, fillings, extractions, root canals and implants
• Assisting dentists during procedures by handing them instruments and anticipating needs
• Taking and processing X-rays of patients
• Perform lab tasks as instructed
• Greeting patients as they arrive and scheduling appointments
• Advising patients on recommended oral hygiene
• Maintaining accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures
• Strong communications skills required to deliver oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
• Handling general administrative and other duties to maintain the dental practice

Qualifications

Education: Completion of a certified dental assistant training program required. Radiographic certification required. Coronal Polishing is a plus, but not required.

Skills and Experience: 18 months or more of clinical experience as a dental assistant required. Outstanding professionalism, high moral standards, and a self-motivated work ethic. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build trusting relationships with your co-workers and patients. Driven personality to want to strive to be the best in your profession and provide the best care for our patients. A positive team player that goes the extra mile to provide the best care to our patients.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive rate per hour: $24-$26 + lucrative monthly bonuses!

• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• 401k Program: with matching contributions
• Competitive health, dental, and vision plan
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Schedules
• Employee Assistance Program #sponsorda

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Equal Opportunity / Diversity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability status or other legally protected status. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Completion of this form is voluntary and will only be used to report on candidate demographics. Nothing contained in this form will be accessible or used in hiring or other employment decisions. Information provided will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file for reporting purposes only.

About the Company and Values

Thank you for considering a career with us! We understand you have options and that each of you have specific interests and goals. We take pride in learning about what is important to you and why you are looking to make a career change. We look forward to exploring this potential opportunity with you and providing you with enough information to make an informed decision about the next step in your career. We strive every day to provide the best possible experience for our patients. We believe strongly in our values that guide us towards unity and teamwork. Collectively we make an I.M.P.A.C.T that makes a difference. I-Integrity M-Mentorship P-Partnership A-Action C-Caring T- Transparency