Dental Assistant: Patient Care & Clinical Support Lead

Dental Depot Blue Springs; Blue Springs (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Dental Depot in the United States is seeking a reliable Dental Assistant to support dentists in multiple specialties. You will prepare patients, sterilize instruments, and assist during procedures from start to finish.

You will record treatment data in Eaglesoft, take dental radiographs, manage supplies, and help with patient education on oral hygiene. This role requires HIPAA understanding, good communication, and a valid Dental Assisting permit.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a dental assisting program or have 1 year of experience.
• Strong knowledge of sterilization and infection control practices.
• Able to record treatment in patient charts accurately.
• Familiar with Eaglesoft and CDT codes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients and assist Dentist during procedures.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and set up trays.
• Take and record medical and dental histories and vital signs.
• Expose dental X-rays and manage radiographic equipment.
• Provide postoperative instructions and patient education.

Skills

Sterilization & infection control

Patient care

X-ray operation

Dental charting

HIPAA compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Dental Assisting Program

Tools

Eaglesoft

Microsoft Office

X-ray equipment

Job description

Dental Depot in the United States is seeking a reliable Dental Assistant to support dentists in multiple specialties. You will prepare patients, sterilize instruments, and assist during procedures from start to finish.

You will record treatment data in Eaglesoft, take dental radiographs, manage supplies, and help with patient education on oral hygiene. This role requires HIPAA understanding, good communication, and a valid Dental Assisting permit.