Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant

We are looking to hire a Dental Assistant who is excited about a fun and rewarding career in the Pediatric Dental field. This position would support our three Southwest Missouri offices in Springfield, Nixa, and Republic. Monday-Friday 8am to 5pm.

At Expedition Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, our dual specialty integrated care model positions us as a leader in both pediatric dentistry and orthodontics. We offer a distinctive blend of personalized care, a child-friendly environment, and advanced treatment options tailored specifically for young patients. With three locations across Southwest Missouri, we prioritize creating a welcoming and comforting atmosphere, featuring vibrant decor, interactive play areas, and staff trained in child psychology to alleviate dental anxieties.

Who We Are Looking For:

• A great communicator that wants to make a difference in our patients care.
• Someone who thrives in a busy environment and is a team player.
• Eagerness to learn and provide extraordinary care to our patients.

Responsibilities:

• Present the patient to the doctor.
• Clean the patient's teeth.
• Fluoride application
• Take, expose and develop digital radiographs (bitewings, panoramic).
• Provide hygiene and diet education.
• Assist the dentist during treatment procedures in office or surgery center
• Take impressions.
• Review schedule to make sure appointments are scheduled appropriately.
• Set-up and tear down dental chairs and operatory rooms.
• Conduct consultations with parents discussing extensive treatment needs.
• Clean and sterilize instruments.
• Restock supplies in rooms and sterilization area.
• Infection control & maintenance of OSHA guidelines.
• Providing the highest level of care for multiple patients at the same time.

We offer a fun and fast-paced work environment with flexible work hours, competitive salaries, and excellent benefits packages. New grads welcome!

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.