Dental Assistant - Celebrate Dental & Braces Olathe - Olathe, KS

Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour Job description: Overview Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Assistant and become an essential part of providing exceptional oral healthcare! In this energetic role, you will support dentists in delivering high-quality treatments, ensuring patient comfort, and maintaining a smooth workflow within our busy dental clinic. Your expertise in dental procedures, infection control, and patient communication will help create a welcoming environment where patients feel cared for and confident in their dental experience. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in a fast-paced, supportive setting dedicated to excellence in general and specialized dentistry. Responsibilities Assist dentists during a wide range of procedures including restorative, prosthodontics, endodontics, and pediatric dentistry, ensuring all tools and materials are prepared efficiently. Operate dental equipment such as X-ray machines, 3D scanners, and medical imaging devices while adhering to strict infection control and aseptic techniques. Take and develop digital X-rays, ensuring accurate positioning and image quality for diagnosis. Manage patient records using EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems like Dentrix or Eaglesoft, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations for patient privacy. Support patient care by taking vital signs, explaining procedures clearly, and assisting with chairside assisting to improve patient comfort. Maintain a clean and organized clinical environment following infection control protocols and OSHA standards. Collaborate with the dental team to ensure efficient scheduling, reception duties as a dental receptionist when needed, and accurate medical documentation for each patient visit. Qualifications Proven experience as a Dental Assistant or in a similar dental clinic setting with knowledge of general dentistry procedures. Familiarity with EMR systems such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft; experience with Epic or other medical documentation platforms is a plus. Strong understanding of dental terminology, anatomy knowledge, infection control practices, and aseptic techniques. Ability to perform X-ray procedures safely while maintaining patient comfort and safety standards. Knowledge of pediatric dentistry practices and experience assisting with pediatric patients is preferred. Excellent communication skills to explain procedures clearly and support patients throughout their visit. Certification in dental assisting or relevant training; additional skills in medical coding or endodontics are advantageous. Embark on a rewarding career where your skills make a difference! We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that supports your professional development while providing top-tier care to our patients. This paid position offers the chance to advance your expertise in diverse areas of dentistry within a vibrant team dedicated to health and well-being. Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Paid time off Experience: Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred) Language: Spanish (Required) Work Location: In person Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance On-the-job training Paid time off Education: High school or equivalent (Required) Experience: Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred) Language: Spanish (Required) Work Location: In person

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