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Dental Assistant
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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.
$42,219 / year median in Missouri
+18% projected growth
Job Description
Dental Assistant PDS Health - 2.8 Ladue, MO Job Details Full-time $17.25 - $24.00 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Qualifications OSHA (regulatory compliance area) Completing CE credits HIPAA compliance Preparing dental treatment areas HIPAA Patient advocacy Assisting medical staff Patient service Intraoral cameras ADA compliance Disinfection procedures Dental x-ray Patient care Dental equipment Cleaning Entry level Surgical instrument sterilization and handling Full Job Description Ladue Dental Group Dental Assistant 111196 USD $17.25/Hr. USD $24.00/Hr. $17.25-$24.00 / Hourly Full-time Job Description Now is the time to join Ladue Dental Group. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and gain valuable experience, apply today! You've invested the time to become an extraordinary Dental Assistant, now let us support you in taking your career further as an oral health care provider in one of the best practice models in modern dentistry! You'll experience both personal and professional growth as an oral health care provider, joining a team dedicated to clinical excellence and creating patients for life. You'll have access to modern dental technology, support to assist you in developing clinical efficiency, and will be working alongside a team that genuinely cares about the patients within the local community. Benefits Competitive Compensation and Benefit Package Continuing Education (CE Units) Paid time off Tuition Reimbursement Child care assistance 401K Paid time to volunteer in your local community The Opportunity As both a patient and clinician advocate, you are a fundamental part of the Perfect Patient Experience®. As a Dental Assistant, you will be responsible for: Assisting the dentist as necessary to gain the patient's commitment for the best possible treatment with urgency. You will also maintain a clean, sterile, and cheerful environment where your patients feel comfortable and at the direction of the dentist, complete x-rays and intra-oral pictures of patients as appropriate. Sterilizing and disinfecting instruments, equipment, and operatories in accordance with the American Dental Association guidelines while maintaining strict compliance with State, Federal, and other regulations, (e.g., OSHA, WC, Dental Board, HIPAA, ADA, DOL, HR policies and practices) Compensation Information $17.25-$24.00 / Hourly PDS Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are united in our mission to create healthier and happier team members.