Dental Assistant: Patient Care, Radiographs & Sterilization

Dakota Dental; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses: Quarterly

401k

Medical insurance

Free dental care for employee + family

Aflac supplemental insurance

Paid Time Off

Seven paid holidays

Continuing education

Uniforms

Job summary

Dakota Dental in Sioux Falls, SD, is seeking a motivated Dental Assistant to join our fast-paced three-doctor practice with over 40 years of experience. You will assist doctors and hygienists, prep operatory, review health histories, take radiographs, and help ensure patient comfort.

The role requires knowledge of Dentrix, strong communication, and certification in CPR and Nitrous Oxide. We offer a competitive hourly wage, quarterly bonuses, 401k, medical insurance, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited South Dakota Assisting School, DANB Certification, or a Registered Dental Assistant License in SD.
• CPR and Nitrous Oxide certificate required.
• Knowledge of patient screening, charting, and medical history procedures/documentation.
• Ability to perform a full range of established dental assistant protocol and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist the clinical team in delivering exceptional dental care.
• Sterilize instruments and clean rooms in between patient care.
• Properly set up an operatory for procedures planned.
• Polish teeth and apply fluoride for hypersensitivity and cavity prevention.
• Instruct patients at chair side in oral hygiene, brushing, flossing techniques and periodontal aids.
• Charts such conditions for further diagnosis and treatment by dentist.

Skills

Dentrix

Strong computer skills

Self-motivated

Verbal & written communication

HIPAA knowledge

Attention to detail

Education

South Dakota Assisting School graduate

DANB Certification

Registered Dental Assistant License SD

CPR certificate

Nitrous Oxide certificate

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Dakota Dental in Sioux Falls, SD, is seeking a motivated Dental Assistant to join our fast-paced three-doctor practice with over 40 years of experience. You will assist doctors and hygienists, prep operatory, review health histories, take radiographs, and help ensure patient comfort.

The role requires knowledge of Dentrix, strong communication, and certification in CPR and Nitrous Oxide. We offer a competitive hourly wage, quarterly bonuses, 401k, medical insurance, and paid time off.