Starting at $16 after 90 days $17
**Job Title:** Dental Assistant **Overview:** Join our dental team as a Dental Assistant and play a crucial role in providing quality oral healthcare services.
We are looking for someone flexible, friendly and good at problem solving.
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and every other friday job location will be 800 Walnut St. Valley Falls Kansas.
Wednesday and every other Friday assistant will be expected to work at Tonganoxie Family Dentistry.
As a Dental Assistant, you will work closely with dentists and support staff to ensure efficient patient care and a positive dental experience. **Duties:** - Assist dentists during procedures such as general dentistry, pediatrics, and endodontics - Maintain aseptic techniques to uphold infection control standards - Utilize medical terminology and adhere to HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality - Prepare patients for treatment and procedures - Take and develop dental radiographs including X-Rays - Provide chairside assistance to dentists during examinations and treatment - Manage dental instruments and equipment - Perform dental receptionist duties when needed **Skills:** - Proficiency in general dentistry procedures - Strong knowledge of aseptic technique and infection control practices - Familiarity with medical terminology and HIPAA regulations - Experience or interest in pediatrics and endodontics - Understanding of anatomy relevant to dental procedures - Ability to operate medical imaging equipment including X-Ray machines - Excellent communication skills and ability to work well in a team environment If you are a dedicated individual with a passion for dental care, we invite you to apply for the Dental Assistant position. Join our team and contribute to creating healthy smiles every day!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 38 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- X-Ray Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Valley Falls, KS 66088 (Required)
Work Location: In person