Certified Dental Assistant

Newhouse Periodontics is seeking a motivated, skilled, full-time dental assistant to join our privately owned dental practice. We pride ourselves in the highest standards of quality personalized patient care.

Key Details:

Position:

Dental Assistant (Full time)

Location:

Independence, MO

Office Hours:
Tuesday through Friday 7:30AM-5:30 (no nights or weekends)

What we Offer:

Pay:

Based on Experience

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Care
• 401K
• Paid time off
• Uniforms provided
• Flexible schedule
• Training opportunities for CE, skills growth

Responsibilities:

• Assist dentist or hygienist as needed in a variety of procedures
• Professionally and cordially interact with patients and colleagues
• Maintain operatory readiness - including set-up and clean-up;
• Maintain infection control protocols
• Do lab tasks as needed and instructed
• Be adaptive to take great care of patients
• Be attentive to schedule, patient needs, and the overall needs of the office
• Maintain professional conduct and appearance
• Maintain accurate patient records

Certifications:

• Minimum of 1 year of dental assisting experience (required)
• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• CPR certification (required)
• Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) or Missouri Basic Skills (required)
• Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) (preferred)

Skills:

• Motivated team player
• Good communication skills
• Knowledge of dental instruments
• Knowledge of sterilization and infection control protocols
• Good organizational skills
• Ability to take good radiographs, CBCT
• Ability to take impressions (alginate, crown and bridge)
• Experience with Itero or other intraoral scanners - a plus!
• Have good computer skills
• Quick learner with an attention to details

How to Apply:

If you meet the qualifications and are excited to be part of the Newhouse Perio Team, please apply with your resume and a brief cover letter to this listing. We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Uniform allowance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience in Medical Records?

Ability to Relocate:

• Independence, MO 64055: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person