Dental Assistant New St. Louis, Missouri, United States

Elite Dental Partners; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long‑/ 

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Program

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Quarterly Bonus Opportunities

401k

Job summary

Elite Dental Partners seeks a Dental Assistant who shares our passion for patient care and education and a welcoming environment. You will provide chair-side support, take X-rays, manage patient education, and ensure sterilization protocols are followed.

Qualifications include completion of a dental assisting program with state certification and radiology certification. We offer full-time hours and competitive benefits, including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans, plus quarterly

Qualifications

• Completion of a dental assisting program and state certification as required.
• Radiology certification required to comply with State Dental Board.
• Experience as a dental assistant preferred.
• Strong time management and problem solving abilities.
• Proficient with dental software and MS Office; Dentrix preferred.
• Excellent communication and teamwork to create a welcoming environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair-side clinical support to Dentists and Hygienists and charting.
• Deliver a superior patient experience at all phases of appointments.
• Take and process X-Rays and enter treatment plans.
• Maintain patient files and sterilization of equipment.
• Educate patients on oral health and maintenance.

Skills

Dental assisting program

Radiology certification

Dentrix

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Dental assisting certification per State Dental Board

Tools

Dentrix dental software

Microsoft Office

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 aDental Assistantthat shares our passion for patient care and education, as well as creating a welcoming environment.

Responsibilities

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

Qualifications

• Completion of a dental assisting program, certification as required by the State Dental Board
• Radiology certification required to be compliant with the State Dental Board
• Dental assisting experience preferred
• Excellent time management and problem-solving skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products and working with a dental software, experience with Dentrix preferred
• 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

$23 - $27 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.