Dental Assistant

Job overview

The Dental Assistant role is an onsite position based in Springfield, MO. Compensation is not specified, and this role supports the dental care team at Jordan Valley Health. This role exists to assist dental providers in delivering high-quality patient care, including room preparation, instrument sterilization, and patient documentation. The assistant contributes to the clinic's goals by ensuring efficient patient flow and providing excellent customer service.

What you'll do

• Preparation of tray set-up, sterilization of instruments.
• Passage and receipt of instruments.
• Document treatment related information in patient's electronic chart.
• Mixing cements, amalgam, and impression materials.
• Oral evacuation and retraction.
• Exposing and developing dental radiographs.
• Seating, preparing, and dismissing patients.
• Taking blood pressure and oral temperature.
• Operatory preparation and clean-up.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

springfield mo

dental assistant

healthcare

patient care

sterilization

radiographs

clinic

customer service

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• $1,500 sign-on bonus, Medical/Dental/Vision, 403(b) with 5% employer match, Life and Disability Insurance, EAP

Why this role

Eligible for a $1,500 sign-on bonus; offers comprehensive benefits including 403(b) with employer match.

About the employer

Jordan Valley Health is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Dentists. Sector: 62.