Dental Assistant

Location: Smile Exchange of Springfield

About the role

We're on the lookout for a Dental Assistant who embodies our "Best in Class" approach to patient care. Every day, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives. This role is perfect for someone with high levels of empathy, patience, and quick thinking, who genuinely wants to help others. As a Dental Assistant, you'll be right by our Dentist's side during a variety of dental procedures. Whether you're already an experienced Dental Assistant, or you're keen to immerse yourself in the dental industry, we're excited to hear more about you.

Responsibilities

• Preparing exam rooms, sterilizing instruments, and ensuring necessary equipment is ready for dentists
• Knowledge of general anatomy of the mouth and dental terms
• Understanding of crowns, fillings, extractions, root canals and implants
• Assisting dentists during procedures by handing them instruments and anticipating needs
• Taking and processing X-rays of patients
• Perform lab tasks as instructed
• Greeting patients as they arrive and scheduling appointments
• Advising patients on recommended oral hygiene
• Maintaining accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures
• Strong communications skills required to deliver oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
• Handling general administrative and other duties to maintain the dental practice

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of Dental Assisting experience preferred
• Outstanding professionalism, high moral standards, and a self-motivated work ethic
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build trusting relationships with your co-workers and patients
• Driven personality to want to strive to be the best in your profession and provide the best care for our patients
• X-ray license required

Benefits

• Guaranteed Hourly Rate
• Paid Vacation & Paid Holidays
• 401k Program with matching contributions
• Competitive health, dental, and vision plan (offered at 30 hours or more)
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Schedules

Schedule

• Monday: 10am–7pm
• Tuesday: 8am–5pm
• Wednesday: 8am–5pm
• Thursday: 8am–5pm
• Friday: 8am–1pm

Pay

$22–26 per hour (Non-Exempt)