Enable Dental is hiring: Dental Assistant (St. Louis) in Springfield
Enable Dental, Springfield, MO, United States
Join Enable Dental The Dental Assistant (DA) is responsible for assisting in the provision of dental care to patients in a public health setting. Our Dental Assistants drive our company minivans to nursing homes, memory care facilities, and more to assist our Dentist and Dental Hygienist in delivering dental care to underserved patients in the community.Dental Assistant (DA) Responsibilities:Chairside assist dentist and hygienist with common dental procedures such as (fillings, crown preparations, crown seats, extractions, dentures, and root canals)Drive company minivan to scheduled facilitiesTake free-hand X-raysSelect and set up instruments, equipment, and materials neededKeep the sterilization room and office clean and well-stockedMaintain autoclaves and unitsCoordinate accepted treatment and lab casesComplete compliance tasksDental Assistant (DA) Requirements:COVID-19 vaccinations and boostersAbility to drive a minivanValid State driver's licenseAbility to pass a criminal background checkAbility to pass a motor vehicle report (clean driving record required)Dental Assistant (DA) Job-Type & Schedule:Full-TimeMonday-FridayDental Assistant (DA) Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalentX-Ray / Radiology CertificationAt least one year of experience working in a dental setting (preferred)Strong communication and interpersonal skillsStrong computer and other technological skillsExcellent organizational and time management skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamDental Assistant (DA) Compensation:$25.00-$30.00/hrDental Assistant (DA) Benefits:Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Life InsurancePaid Time Off (PTO), 10 Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave401K (Employer Match) & Professional Development/Tuition Reimbursement