Dental Assistant
Parkside West Dental
$22 - $24 / hour
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Description
A team that is aligned and patient-focused creates a great environment for patients, and for you as a member of the team. This is what we strive to be and who we want to join us in providing the best care possible for patients to help our communities be healthier, feel better, and smile with confidence.
We are seeking a Part-Time Dental Assistant that shares our passion for patient care and education, as well as creating a welcoming environment.
Responsibilities
- Provide chair-side clinical support to Dentists and Hygienists by charting, patient education, operatory set-up and clean-up
- Deliver a superior patient experience at all phases of their appointment
- Take and process X-Rays
- Enter patient treatment plans and maintain files
- Complete sterilization processes for equipment and operatories
- Educate patients on the importance of their oral health and how it is best maintained
Qualifications
- Completion of a dental assisting program, certification as required by the State Dental Board
- Radiology certification required to be compliant with the State Dental Board
- Dental assisting experience preferred
- Excellent time management and problem-solving skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office products and working with a dental software, experience with Dentrix preferred
- Excellent communication skills and a commitment to partnering with all team members to create a great environment
Benefits
As a valued team member, you’ll enjoy a rewarding career with growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits for full-time Dental Assistants include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Wellness Program
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Employee Referral Program Bonuses
- Quarterly Bonus Opportunities
- 401k
- Career Growth Opportunities
An equal opportunity employer and an advocate for diversity and inclusion
We take great pride in helping our communities be healthier, feel better, and smile with confidence. Daily, we are driven by our vision to provide an elite patient experience tailored to their needs to receive the best care possible.
Not only do our team members find it rewarding to help patients be healthier, but they also enjoy being part of an organization that supports their growth. Our commitment to professional development and promoting internally when appropriate allows for tremendous career opportunities.
Benefits
- health insurance
- vision insurance
- 401(k)
- paid time off
- life insurance
- disability insurance
- professional development
- wellness program
About this role
Parkside West Dental in St. Louis is looking for a part-time Dental Assistant to support their clinical team and contribute to a patient-focused practice environment. You'd handle chair-side duties including patient charting, X-ray processing, operatory setup and sterilization, and patient education on oral health. The role requires state certification in dental assisting and radiology, with prior dental assisting experience preferred. You'll need proficiency in Microsoft Office and dental software (Dentrix experience is a plus), along with strong communication and organizational skills to work effectively across the team.
At $22–$24 per hour, this part-time position offers access to a benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, and quarterly bonus opportunities. The practice emphasizes internal career growth and professional development, positioning this as a potential stepping stone within the organization. This role suits someone with the required certifications who is committed to patient care and wants to be part of a team that prioritizes both clinical excellence and employee support.
Typical pay for this role
$60,000
Typical range: $40,000 to $80,000
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$22 to $24 per hour
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