Dental Assistant

Job overview

The Dental Assistant role is onsite in Topeka, KS. Compensation is not specified; the posting says pay is based on experience. The role supports a dental office and its patient care and office procedures. The assistant prepares patients and treatment areas, supports the dentist during procedures, and helps maintain safe, organized clinical operations. Accurate records, appointment scheduling, and patient instructions contribute to a smooth patient experience.

What you'll do

• Welcome patients and prepare them for treatment or checkups
• select and set up instruments, equipment, and materials
• sterilize instruments according to regulations
• assist the dentist with four-handed dentistry
• perform lab tasks as instructed
• provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
• keep treatment rooms clean and stocked
• schedule appointments
• make temporary crowns
• maintain accurate patient records.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

dental assistant

dental office

patient preparation

four-handed dentistry

instrument sterilization

temporary crowns

topeka ks

audrey m taylor dds pa

experienced dental assistant

patient records

appointment scheduling

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Retirement plan with matching, life insurance, Aflac, employee discounts, health insurance, paid time off, and vision insurance.

Why this role

Experienced dental assistant sought. Dental assistant school is preferred, or equivalent experience; a high school diploma is listed. Benefits include retirement matching, life insurance, Aflac, employee discounts, health insurance, paid time off, and vision insurance.

About the employer

Audrey M Taylor, DDS, PA is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Dentists. Sector: 62.