Dental Assistant; Office

Dental Assistant – Ohio Kids Dental (Springfield)

We’re thrilled to announce the opening of (DBA), a brand-new, state‑of‑the‑art pediatric dental practice supported by Kids Dental Brands. Our mission is simple: to deliver high‑quality, compassionate dental care to children in a fun and welcoming environment.

This is more than just a job – it’s a rare opportunity to join as a founding team member and help shape the culture, workflows, and patient experience from day one. You’ll be supported by an experienced regional leadership team and connected to a strong network that values mentorship, collaboration, and professional growth.

• 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 while advancing in your career journey

• 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
• 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!

• Certifications Needed: CDA or RDA required; X‑ray certification required; additional certifications (coronal polishing, sealant polishing) are a plus
• Experience:
  
  Must have Dental Assistant certification
• Job Type: Full‑time / Part‑time (flexibility of schedule)

• Salary: $22.00 per hour, depending on experience, with potential increases for experience
• Bonus Pay: up to $600 additional per month
• Schedule:
  
  On‑site; days worked to be discussed during interview

• Health coverage: medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance
• Supplemental benefits: voluntary life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, legal assistance, identity theft protection, critical illness, hospitalization, cancer insurance
• Wellness program: incentive‑based wellness initiatives + Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Financial security: 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off: healthy work‑life balance with paid time off, eight (8) paid holidays annually, and dedicated wellness days

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!

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• Full‑time

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