Surgical Dental Assistant – Implant & Full-Arch Care

STL DENTURES AND IMPLANTS LLC; Missouri; On-site; USD 22,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Short-term disability

Paid vacation and sick

Paid holidays

Scrub reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Shared Practices Group is seeking a motivated Surgical Dental Assistant with 1–2 years of relevant experience to support clinical and lab operations. You will help establish back-office workflows, organize the sterile room, and assist the doctor chairside across surgical and dental procedures.

The role requires strong dental terminology knowledge, inventory management, and compliance with infection control. Opportunities for growth and patient-focused care are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of basic dental terminology.
• Experience with inventory management and supply ordering.
• Knowledge of implant procedures, All-on-Four and overdentures.
• Proficient in taking alginate impression.
• Compliant with OSHA regulations and infection control protocols.
• Adheres to HIPAA standards for patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Skilled in capturing CBCT and panoramic x-ray images.
• Maintains a positive, professional attitude.
• Demonstrates a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.
• Highly organized, efficient and dependable.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to multitask and maintain a positive, energetic demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Review patient medical histories, obtain vital signs, and accurately document medications, medical conditions, and any relevant alerts, notifying the doctor of concerns promptly.
• Set up and break down operatory equipment and instruments; ensure timely and accurate charting in compliance with regulatory standards and to support an efficient clinical schedule.
• Assist the doctor chairside during a wide range of surgical and dental procedures.
• Capture high-quality CBCT and panoramic images with accuracy.
• Educate patients on procedures, prescribed medications, and detailed pre-operative and post-operative instructions.
• Clean and sterilize instruments and maintain treatment rooms according to infection control protocols.
• Monitor and manage clinical inventory, ensuring necessary supplies are stocked and organized.
• Provide support to front desk staff as needed, fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Maintain procedural readiness by anticipating clinical needs and following chairside assisting protocols with confidence and efficiency.
• Oversee basic maintenance and troubleshooting of office equipment to ensure smooth daily operations.

Skills

Dental terminology

Inventory management

CBCT imaging

X-ray imaging

HIPAA compliance

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Dental assisting

Tools

Open Dental

Job description

Shared Practices Group is seeking a motivated Surgical Dental Assistant with 1–2 years of relevant experience to support clinical and lab operations. You will help establish back-office workflows, organize the sterile room, and assist the doctor chairside across surgical and dental procedures.

The role requires strong dental terminology knowledge, inventory management, and compliance with infection control. Opportunities for growth and patient-focused care are emphasized.