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Dental Assistant at St. Louis Pediatric DentistryDes Peres, MO$500 Sign On Bonus!St. Louis Pediatric Dentistry is seeking a skilled and compassionate Dental Assistant to join our team. With a strong reputation for providing exceptional pediatric dental care in a fun, welcoming, and child-focused environment, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a thriving, patient-centered practice. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and passionate about creating positive dental experiences for children and families.What You'll Do:As a Dental Assistant, you will support the dentist and clinical team in providing exceptional pediatric dental care while helping create a positive, comfortable experience for children and their families.Your responsibilities will include:Assist the dentist during pediatric dental procedures and examsPrepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materialsTake and process dental X-rays in compliance with applicable safety regulationsEducate patients and parents on oral hygiene and post-treatment careMaintain infection control, sterilization, and OSHA complianceSupport the clinical team with daily patient care and office operationsPerform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by managementPreferred Qualifications:Previous experience or knowledge in a dental or medical setting preferred, but not requiredActive dental assistant certification preferred, but not requiredAbility to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environmentStrong communication and interpersonal skillsFriendly, patient-focused approach to working with children and familiesWhat Makes You Successful:You are dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced pediatric dental environment. You enjoy working with children and families and are committed to creating a positive and welcoming patient experience. You communicate effectively, work well as part of a collaborative team, and are flexible in supporting the needs of the practice. This position requires the ability and willingness to travel between up to four practice locations as needed to support team and patient needs. Team members are expected to uphold the culture outlined in the SDB Handbook, with a focus on our core values and any additional responsibilities as defined.Why Join Us?Trusted pediatric dental practice with multiple convenient locations throughout St. LouisSupportive, friendly, and collaborative team cultureModern, kid-friendly offices equipped with advanced dental technologyEmphasis on compassionate, child-centered careOpportunities for professional growth and long-term career developmentComprehensive Benefits Package:Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)Paid holidaysPaid time off
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saint louis, MO, 63131, US
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