Surgical Dental Assistant - Periodontal Care, P.A. - Kansas City, MO

Surgical Assistant – Periodontal Care | Northland Kansas City 5707 NW 64th Ter, Kansas City, MO 64151 Immediate opening for the right candidate Periodontal Care Northland is seeking an experienced dental assistant to join our periodontal surgical team alongside Dr. Cassandra McKenzie. This is a specialty surgical environment where precision, efficiency, and teamwork matter every single day. We are looking for someone who is dependable, detail oriented, calm with patients, and takes pride in maintaining high clinical standards. This role is a great fit for someone who: Has strong assisting experience (periodontal or specialty preferred) Thrives in a fast-paced clinical day and stays productive from start to finish Takes initiative and does not wait to be told what to do Is comfortable supporting sterilization, room turnover, and front office needs when needed Values teamwork, reliability, and consistency Understands that specialty dentistry requires attention to detail and follow through Responsibilities include: Assisting during surgical procedures including implants, extractions, and grafting Preparing and breaking down surgical rooms with strict aseptic technique Taking diagnostic X-rays and imaging Monitoring patient comfort and vital signs during procedures Accurate documentation and support of procedure coding Providing post operative instructions and patient education Supporting infection control and overall clinical flow of the office Hours & Expectations Clinical hours are 7:15 AM – 4:15 PM . This allows time to properly prepare for the day and properly close out responsibilities at the end of the day as a team. Our Hiring Process Qualified candidates will participate in a working interview so you can experience our office firsthand and we can see your skills in action. This helps ensure the right fit for both you and our team. If you are an assistant who enjoys staying busy, working as part of a team, and being part of a specialty practice with high standards of care, we would love to hear from you. Please email your resume to ajohnson@periodontalcarepa.com Job Type: Full-time Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour Expected hours: 32 – 34 per week Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Uniform allowance Vision insurance Work Location: In person

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