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Dental Assistant

Nigus Dental
Saint Joseph, MO
23 - 30 USD hourly (46,000 - 60,000 USD annually)
1 weeks ago
Dental AssistantFull-timevia indeed

Job Description

We are looking for a motivated, hardworking, and dependable dental assistant to join our team.

We are a friendly, positive office that takes pride in providing excellent patient care and creating a great environment for our team.

Hours: Monday–Thursday | 8:00 AM–4:00 PM

Responsibilities:

  • Assist the dentist during a wide variety of treatment procedures.
  • Prepare and organize treatment rooms, instruments, and materials.
  • Provide patients with a caring, supportive, and professional experience.
  • Maintain infection control protocols and ensure a clean, safe environment.
  • Take dental X-rays as directed.
  • Accurately document patient care and treatment notes.
  • Support the front office as needed with scheduling and patient flow

What We’re Looking For:

  • A positive, dependable Dental Assistant who takes pride in their work
  • Someone who works well with others and contributes to a team-first culture
  • Strong communication skills and a caring chairside manner
  • Willingness to learn and grow with the practice

BENEFITS

  • 2 weeks paid vacation
  • Paid sick time
  • 401(k)
  • Monthly bonus opportunities
  • Annual bonus
  • Free dental care for employee and immediate family
  • No Friday hours

We believe great dentistry starts with a great team. We support each other and take pride in providing high-quality, compassionate care to our patients.

Interested in joining our team? Please apply on indeed or email your resume to [email protected].

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Benefits

Direct patient care • Dental office • Monthly bonus • Post-session clinical documentation • Preparing dental treatment areas • Medical procedure assistance • Dental receptionist • Email • In-person customer service • Yearly bonus • Assisting with diagnostic tests and procedures • Full-time • Assisting medical staff • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Medical scheduling • Preparing medical treatment area • Dental insurance • 401(k) • Disinfection procedures • Paid time off • Dental x-ray • Dental equipment • Cleaning • Patient interaction • Indeed • In-person • Communication skills • Entry level • Paid sick time

Job Details

Job Type
Full-time
Salary
23 - 30 USD hourly (46,000 - 60,000 USD annually)
Median for Dental Assistant in MO: $60k/yr
Specialty
Dental Assistant
Posted
August 14, 2026

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About the Employer
Nigus Dental
Saint Joseph, MO
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