Traveling Dental Assistant for Community Health

Compass Health, Inc.; Nevada (MO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Health, Inc. in Nevada is seeking a Dental Assistant to join a mission-driven dental team. You will support dentists and hygienists, prepare treatment rooms, take radiographs, and assist with various procedures while helping patients feel at ease.

This full-time role offers a 40-hour workweek with a Tue–Fri schedule. Compensation ranges from $24.00 to $26.00 per hour, and travel between clinic sites may be required as part of the role.

Qualifications

• Two years dental assisting experience preferred.
• Must be computer literate in email, word processing, and office management system software.
• A valid, unrestricted driver's license and agency established minimum automobile coverage upon hire required.
• BLS certification or ability to obtain required.

Responsibilities

• Assisting dentists and hygienists with procedures including preventive, restorative, oral surgery, and prosthodontics.
• Preparing treatment rooms, instruments, and materials to ensure efficient, safe patient care.
• Taking radiographs, vital signs, and performing dental charting and sterilization procedures.
• Educating patients on oral hygiene techniques and the impact of nutrition on oral health.
• Participating in school-based outreach and the Preventive Services Program (PSP).
• Supporting clinic operations through inventory, maintenance, and administrative tasks.
• Traveling to other dental clinics as needed and assisting with front desk duties when cross-trained.

Skills

Dental assisting experience

Computer literate

Driver's license

BLS certification

Education

High School/GED

Job description

Compass Health, Inc. in Nevada is seeking a Dental Assistant to join a mission-driven dental team. You will support dentists and hygienists, prepare treatment rooms, take radiographs, and assist with various procedures while helping patients feel at ease.

This full-time role offers a 40-hour workweek with a Tue–Fri schedule. Compensation ranges from $24.00 to $26.00 per hour, and travel between clinic sites may be required as part of the role.