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Dental Assistant - Supra Scaler
Job Description
Joyful Dentistry for Kids is a values-based, privately owned pediatric dental practice with four locations across the greater Kansas City area. We're seeking a full-time Supra Scaler to join our Overland Park clinical team! We're looking for someone who loves working with children, thrives in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment, and is passionate about creating positive dental experiences for kids and their families. As a Supra Scaler, you'll play an important role in supporting our doctors and clinical team while providing preventive services within your permitted scope of practice. The ideal candidate is dependable, confident working with children, attentive to detail, and committed to providing an exceptional patient experience. Responsibilities Perform supragingival scaling within permitted scope of practice Apply dental sealants as prescribed and permitted Apply Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) as prescribed and permitted Provide other preventive services within the scope of your training, certification, and applicable Kansas requirements Assist with preventive patient appointments and maintain efficient clinical flow Educate patients and parents on age-appropriate oral hygiene and preventive care Help children feel comfortable, safe, and confident throughout their dental visit Take dental radiographs when appropriately trained and permitted Accurately document treatment and relevant patient information in the clinical record Prepare, clean, disinfect, and turn over treatment areas between patients Follow infection-control, sterilization, and clinical safety protocols Maintain organized and properly stocked clinical areas Communicate effectively with doctors, Dental Assistants, and other team members Support the clinical team as needed throughout the patient day Maintain professionalism, reliability, and a positive attitude Help create an environment where children can develop a positive relationship with dentistry What We Value JOY
•Bringing positive energy to our patients and our team.
ABUNDANCE
•Creating a safe and supportive environment where everyone can grow.
AUTHENTICITY
•Showing up as our true selves and communicating openly.
CONNECTION
•Caring deeply for our patients, families, and each other. If you're passionate about working with kids and want to be part of a supportive, fun-loving team committed to providing an exceptional patient experience, we'd love to meet you! Experience & Qualifications Current qualifications required to perform supragingival scaling in Kansas Pediatric dental experience preferred Dental Assisting experience preferred Experience working with children strongly preferred Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented clinical environment Dependable, organized, and comfortable taking initiative Location Overland Park, KS (Required)
Office Hours Monday-Thursday:
8:00 AM-4:00 PM Additional hours as needed based on practice needs Benefits 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance Application Questions Are you currently qualified to perform supragingival scaling in Kansas? Do you have experience working in a pediatric dental practice? Do you have Dental Assisting experience? Are you comfortable working with children in a fast-paced clinical environment? Are you available to work the required schedule?
Work Location:
In person
Pay:
$24.00
•$27.00 per hour Expected hours: 32.0
•36.0 per week
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Health savings account Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have an active Kansas Supra Scaler Certification? (Required)
Work Location:
In person
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
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What they do
A Dental Assistant assists dentists in caring for patient's teeth. Helps patients get ready for treatment; prepares equipment and supplies. May perform some dental procedures under the direction of a dentist, such as fluoride application, if allowed under state regulations. Works in dental offices.
$42,346 / year median in Kansas
+33% projected growth