Celebrate Dental & Braces is seeking an experienced and skilled dental assistant to join our team at our St. Joseph, MO office! As a dental assistant you will work closely with our dentists and team to provide high-quality dental care to our patients. Our ideal candidate has a strong background in dental assisting and possess excellent communication skills.

Duties include but are not limited to:
- Assist the dentist during dental procedures
- Take dental x-rays
- Prepare and sterilize dental instruments
- Provide chairside assistance to the dentist
- Perform basic laboratory duties, such as pouring and trimming models
- Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-operative care
- Maintain accurate patient records
- Schedule patient appointments and manage the dental office's appointment calendar
- Ensure compliance with infection control protocols and maintain a clean and organized work environment

Skills:
To be successful in this role, the Dental Assistant should possess the following skills:
- Proficiency in taking vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse rate
- Knowledge of infection control procedures and protocols
- Ability to perform patient assessments, including medical history review and oral health evaluation
- Experience in taking dental x-rays
- Familiarity with medical coding for dental procedures
- Understanding of aseptic technique for instrument sterilization
- Strong assisting skills, including passing instruments to the dentist, suctioning, and retracting tissues
- Knowledge of medical imaging techniques used in dentistry
- Ability to accurately document patient information and treatment plans using electronic medical records systems
- Familiarity with medical terminology related to dentistry

If you are a dedicated Dental Assistant looking for an opportunity to contribute to a positive patient experience, we encourage you to apply. We offer competitive compensation, opportunities for professional development and growth within our practice.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.72 - $23.75 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Saint Joseph, MO 64506: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person