Dental Assistant Overview We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Dental Assistant to join our Downtown Dental team! In this role, you will work chairside with our dentist, prepare patients and instruments for procedures, and help ensure a smooth, comfortable experience from check-in to checkout. No prior dental experience required — we're happy to train the right person, including support toward South Dakota dental radiographer registration and, over time, DANB certification and Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) status, with a clear path to increased pay as you earn additional certifications and take on expanded responsibilities. A steady hand, attention to detail, and a genuine care for patients will help us deliver outstanding treatment and maintain a well-run clinical environment. Join us in beautiful Downtown Rapid City and work with a dentist and team that truly cares about our patients and giving the best possible care.

Schedule:

Full-time or Part-time available, 4-day workweek Duties

• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for a variety of dental procedures
• Assist the dentist chairside during exams, restorative work, and other procedures
• Take and process dental x-rays and intraoral digital scans (Dentsply Sirona Primescan)
• Sterilize and maintain instruments and equipment in compliance with infection control standards
• Prepare patients for treatment, explain procedures, and provide comfort and reassurance throughout
• Take and record patient vitals and health history updates as needed
• Maintain accurate clinical records and chart notes in Dentrix
• Assist with inventory management, ordering, restocking of dental supplies, and light treatment room cleaning
• Maintain accurate dental records and documentation in compliance with HIPAA regulations Experience
• No prior dental experience required — we provide on-the-job training, including support toward radiographer registration and RDA certification for those who want to grow into it
• Proven experience as a dental assistant is a plus, but not required; new graduates of accredited dental assisting programs are also welcome to apply
• Knowledge of dental terminology, chairside procedures, and infection control protocols is appreciated
• Strong computer skills including proficiency in Dentrix and digital charting preferred
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced dental office setting
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) abilities are a plus to enhance communication with patients
• Demonstrated patient care and communication skills Join us as a Dental Assistant and become an essential part of our team! Your skill, attentiveness, and commitment to patient care will help us deliver exceptional service every day while advancing your career in clinical dental care. Benefits
• Employee discount
• PTO
• Retirement plan with employer match (eligible after 1 year of employment)
• Flexible Schedule (Part-time or Full-time available)
• Pay growth as you earn additional certifications

Pay:

$20.00

• $27.

00 per hour

Pay:

$20.00

• $27.00 per hour Expected hours: 20.0
• 32.

0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) matching Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off Retirement plan

Work Location:

In person