Dental Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

We’re looking for a full-time, friendly dental assistant for our office. Your primary job will be to assist our dentists in serving our patients to ensure they leave our practice with a smile. Additional dental assisting responsibilities include preparing the work area and equipment for exams or procedures, as well as administrative duties like obtaining dental records and scheduling appointments. Job seekers should have superb organizational skills and love talking to people. Ready to join the team? Start your application today! Compensation:

$19 - $28 hourly

• Inform patients about proper oral health care to prevent infections after dental procedures
• Ensure the patient area is ready for exams and procedures by prepping equipment like x-ray machines, anesthetics, and impression materials and cleaning and laying out dental instruments
• Work with dentists and dental hygienists during examinations and procedures by assisting with dental instruments and assure the patients’ mouths are comfortable, dry, and accessible to the dentist
• Record each patients treatment information during their visit and ensure dental records have the most current information
• Support staff with administrative duties such as saying hello to patients, answering phones and making appointments for upcoming dental visits, ordering supplies, and handling billing

Who You Are:

• You enjoy working with your hands and staying actively involved in patient care.
• You’re great at putting patients at ease and creating a welcoming experience.
• You anticipate the needs of both patients and the dental team before they even have to ask.
• You take initiative, work efficiently, and keep things running smoothly.
• You thrive in a team environment and are always willing to help wherever needed.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist the dentist chairside, ensuring smooth and efficient procedures.
• Provide top-notch patient care, from setup to post-treatment education.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked treatment area.
• Support sterilization, lab tasks, and other key aspects of the clinical team.
• Play a vital role in making every patient’s visit a positive and memorable one.

If you’re looking for a rewarding career where your work truly matters, we’d love to meet you!

To apply, send us your resume and a brief note about why this opportunity excites you. We can’t wait to find the right person to grow with us!

• Applicants should have basic data entry and computer skills
• Have the ability to give patients exceptional care and service
• Excellent multitasking, interpersonal, and communication skills

Must have experience working as a dental assistant

Suchman & Darnall Family Dentistry is a well-established private practice serving Eastern Jackson County and the Kansas City area for over 50 years. We pride ourselves on offering an unexpected combination of science and service, utilizing the latest technology to deliver top-notch patient care.