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Dental Assistant

Gillihan Dental Office
Independence, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 2/25/2025 CLOSED ON 3/28/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Gillihan Dental Office?

We are looking for a confident dental assistant to join our team. We are specific looking for someone who can commit to every Thursday. There is the opportunity for more hours in the future, but for now it is just Thursdays. This could be a permanent fill, or if you temp places, we could discuss the Thursdays that work for you.

You should be well-organized with great attention to detail. Being able to take radiographs is important. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Welcome customers in the dental office
  • Prepare customers for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort
  • Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
  • Sterilize instruments according to regulations
  • Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry
  • Undertake lab tasks as instructed
  • Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
  • Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
  • Schedule appointments

Skills

  • Proven experience as dental assistant
  • Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
  • Understanding of health & safety regulations
  • Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus
  • Good computer skills
  • Excellent communication and people skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Well-organized and reliable
  • High school diploma
  • Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)

Job Type: Part Time or Temporary based on how it can fit into your schedule

Salary: negotiable based on experience

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Schedule:

  • Day shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $24

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