Dental Assistant, Ortho

Gentle Dental Careers; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Gentle Dental is seeking a part-time Dental Assistant in Kansas City to provide exceptional patient care. The role involves assisting with dental procedures, maintaining a clean environment, and supporting the dental team. Ideal candidates will have a Dental Assisting Certificate and a passion for patient well-being.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k and deferred compensation plans

Paid holidays and vacation days

Referral Bonuses

Qualifications

• Valid healthcare provider CPR/BLS Certificate required.
• Expanded Functions certification preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing dental care and ensuring patient comfort.
• Prepare and maintain dental instruments and equipment.
• Support the dentist during procedures.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Bilingual in Spanish

Education

Certificate from a Dental Assisting Program

Expanded Functions certification

EFDA Certification

X-Ray Certification

Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)

Job description

Job Title: Dental Assistant (Part-Time)

At Gentle Dental, we value our teammates' smiles as much as our patients'. Our vision is to provide exceptional, lifelong, integrated oral healthcare services, enhancing our patients' lives through accessible oral healthcare that is vital to overall health and well-being.

We are currently hiring for full and part-time Dental Assistant positions in our Kansas location. We seek team members who care, listen, and are motivated to help our patients and communities. Join us and make a difference in your community!

Schedule

Limited Part-Time, 4 days or less per month

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families
• Basic life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
• 6 Paid holidays and 2 floating vacation days
• PTO (80 hours per year for hourly employees)
• 401k and deferred compensation plans
• Referral Bonuses ($600-$2500 depending on role)

Office Location

Gentle Dental Kansas
13100 W 87th St Pkwy
Lenexa, KS 66215, USA

Required Qualifications

• Certificate from a Dental Assisting Program
• Valid healthcare provider CPR/BLS Certificate
• Expanded Functions certification a plus

Preferred Qualifications

• EFDA Certification
• X-Ray Certification
• Bilingual in Spanish
• Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) when applicable

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination. All applicants will be notified of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.