full-time 15 days ago
Pediatric Dental Assistant
Mercy
1324 East Montclair Street, Springfield, MO 65804
17 - 22/hr
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Job Description
The Smile Spot is seeking a pediatric dental assistant to join our team! We are looking for an individual with excellent customer service skills and the desire to work hard to exceed the expectations of our patients.
Current Openings: Experienced Dental Assistant for our FUN, Energetic pediatric dental office team. A* Minimum of 1-2 years of experience is preferred*. Must have availability to work some later afternoons and 2 Saturdays per month 8am-1pm.
Benefits to joining our team:
Becoming part of a patient focused team that is dedicated to creating a welcoming patient experience. We put “Best Practices” at the front of our operation!
Flexible Hours: our flexible schedule & size of group contributes to accommodating full time employment... no worrying how you are going to get your hours in from week to week.
Growth in Your Profession: We provide additional resources to gain continuing education to acquire additional certifications in your line of work, we also partner with you financially to pay for additional necessary certifications for forward movement in your career path, with scheduled bonuses to repay your financial obligation.
Great Benefits: Medical Insurance is provided for full-time staff members after a 90-day probationary period. You are only responsible for a small portion of your premium, as the company picks up the majority of your monthly cost.
Paid Time Off (begins accruing at 90-days employment) & Holiday Pay
Enjoying what you do and having fun with our team and patients in a positive culture.
Responsibilities
Welcome customers in the dental office
Prepare customers for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort
Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
Sterilize instruments according to regulations
Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry
Undertake lab tasks as instructed
Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
Schedule appointments
Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures
Skills
Proven experience as dental assistant
Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
Understanding of health & safety regulations
Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus
Good computer skills
Excellent communication and people skills
Attention to detail
Well-organized and reliable
High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred
Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Application Question(s):
What is the range of pay you are looking to stay within?
Do you have any Felony or Misdemeanor Convictions?
Experience:
Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Current Openings: Experienced Dental Assistant for our FUN, Energetic pediatric dental office team. A* Minimum of 1-2 years of experience is preferred*. Must have availability to work some later afternoons and 2 Saturdays per month 8am-1pm.
Benefits to joining our team:
Becoming part of a patient focused team that is dedicated to creating a welcoming patient experience. We put “Best Practices” at the front of our operation!
Flexible Hours: our flexible schedule & size of group contributes to accommodating full time employment... no worrying how you are going to get your hours in from week to week.
Growth in Your Profession: We provide additional resources to gain continuing education to acquire additional certifications in your line of work, we also partner with you financially to pay for additional necessary certifications for forward movement in your career path, with scheduled bonuses to repay your financial obligation.
Great Benefits: Medical Insurance is provided for full-time staff members after a 90-day probationary period. You are only responsible for a small portion of your premium, as the company picks up the majority of your monthly cost.
Paid Time Off (begins accruing at 90-days employment) & Holiday Pay
Enjoying what you do and having fun with our team and patients in a positive culture.
Responsibilities
Welcome customers in the dental office
Prepare customers for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort
Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
Sterilize instruments according to regulations
Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry
Undertake lab tasks as instructed
Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
Schedule appointments
Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures
Skills
Proven experience as dental assistant
Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
Understanding of health & safety regulations
Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus
Good computer skills
Excellent communication and people skills
Attention to detail
Well-organized and reliable
High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred
Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Application Question(s):
What is the range of pay you are looking to stay within?
Do you have any Felony or Misdemeanor Convictions?
Experience:
Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Requirements
• Customer service
• Dental assisting
• Certified Dental Assistant
• Nitrous Oxide Certification
• Dental assisting
• Certified Dental Assistant
• Nitrous Oxide Certification
About Mercy
Mercy, serving communities for over a century, is dedicated to transforming health and wellness. With a mission spanning 185 years, Mercy offers top-quality care to patients and families.