Licensed Dental Assistant

GoTu; Saint Peters (MO); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Occupational accident and malpractice insurance

Express pay option

Access to educational resources

High-touch support

Job summary

A healthcare services company in Saint Peters, Missouri, seeks a Licensed Dental Assistant. This role offers flexible scheduling and the ability to work when and where you want, ensuring a good work-life balance. Responsibilities include assisting during dental procedures, educating patients, and managing administrative tasks. Candidates must hold a valid dental assistant or radiology certification. Competitive pay at $20.00 - $30.00/hour with benefits like guaranteed payment and cancellation protection.

Qualifications

• Must possess an active dental assistant certificate or radiology certificate.
• Knowledge of dental procedures and terminology.
• Understanding of HIPAA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist during cleanings and oral surgery.
• Educate patients about procedures and provide oral care instructions.
• Manage administrative duties like scheduling and billing.
• Ensure patient comfort and understanding of treatment.
• Operate dental and other office software.

Job description

Overview

Licensed Dental Assistant at GoTu. Pay Range: $20.00 - $30.00/hour.

Work where and when you want, for the price you want, with the GoTu app. GoTu helps you craft your perfect schedule on your own terms and gain control of your work/life balance. You can accept temporary or permanent dental assistant opportunities from your phone and receive guaranteed payment. Our community has worked over 200,000 shifts since 2019.

Qualified assistants from outside the U.S. may apply if they can prove certification/licensure where they intend to practice.

Why GoTu

• Occupational accident and malpractice insurance
• Full control over when/where you work and how much you charge
• No time commitments and flexible scheduling
• Express pay option—get paid within a day of the shift
• Guaranteed pay—no chasing payments or reduced hours
• Cancellation protection up to 4 days prior to a shift with guaranteed pay
• High-touch support from a knowledgeable team
• Access to educational resources and live webinars to advance your career

Dental Assistant Job Responsibilities

• Work at dental offices, orthodontic practices, and dental surgery centers to assist during cleanings and oral surgery
• Educate patients about procedures and dental maintenance; provide oral care instructions; order X-rays and other scans; reach out to patients about scheduling
• Set up exam tables, assist during procedures, and handle instruments under the dentist’s direction
• Manage administrative duties such as scheduling, stocking supplies, and billing
• Ensure patient comfort and understanding of treatment and dental wellness
• Operate and troubleshoot dental, medical, scheduling, and other office software

Dental Assistant Job Requirements

• Must possess at least one of the following: an active dental assistant certificate, a radiology certificate, or an active MO-licensed number
• Knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
• Understanding of HIPAA regulations and ability to maintain patient confidentiality

Other Details

• Employment type: Full-time
• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care