Dental Assistant Job at Kids Dental Brands in Springfield

Dental Assistant - SPRINGFIELD DENTISTRY 4 KIDS

Springfield Dentistry 4 Kids is offering a full-time opportunity as a Dental Assistant at our Missouri office. We are an upbeat team looking for an individual who has a passion for helping others and wants to make a positive difference in their community.

Why Join Us?

• Modern, kid-friendly facility designed for comfort and efficiency
• Cutting-edge technology combined with a compassionate care approach
• A supportive network that encourages growth into leadership roles
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on children’s health and your own career journey

Summary Of Essential Job Functions

• Work chair-side with dentists, perform patient care, and general laboratory duties
• Take and process dental radiographs (x-rays)
• Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment
• Take impressions of the patient's teeth (models), extractions, composite fillings, etc...
• Teach patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing, and nutritional counseling)
• Ask about the patient's medical history and take blood pressure and pulse
• Help patients feel comfortable before, during, and after dental treatment
• Provide patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures

At a Glance

• Certifications Required: CDA or RDA.
• Additional Certifications: X-ray certification, Sealant polishing & Nitrous Certification is a plus.
• Experience: No previous experience required but must have Dental Assistant certification
• Job Type: Full-time

Compensation And Schedule

• Salary: Starting at $18.00 depending on certifications. Additional increases for experience
• Bonus Pay: up to $600 additional per month
• Schedule: On-site. Monday-Friday

Benefits That Support You Personally And Professionally

At Kids Dental Brands, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and future. Our offerings for the this role include:

• Health Coverage - Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
• Supplemental Benefits - Voluntary life insurance, short- and long-term disability, legal assistance, identity theft protection, critical illness, hospitalization, and cancer insurance.
• Wellness Program - Incentive-based wellness initiatives to support your physical and mental health, plus access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Financial Security - 401(k) retirement plan with company match to help you plan for the future.
• Paid Time Off - Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with paid time off, eight (8) paid holidays annually, and dedicated wellness days.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Strategy/Planning and Information Technology

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care

Join our team and help drive our mission that all children, regardless of family income, deserve access to high-quality dental care, in a kid-friendly and fun environment!