Dental Assistant Jobs in Independence, MO
- WESTWOOD DENTAL P.A.
- Kansas City, KS (11 miles from Independence, MO)
- 2 days ago
- WESTWOOD DENTAL P.A.
- Kansas City, KS (11 miles from Independence, MO)
- 2 days ago
Westwood Dental is looking for a Full-Time Dental Assistant/Treatment Coordinator to add to our high-energy, fast-paced general dentistry office....
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Expanded Functions Dental Assistant ( EFDA )
- Compass Dental Services
- Kansas City, MO (15 miles from Independence, MO)
- 7 days ago
- Compass Dental Services
- Kansas City, MO (15 miles from Independence, MO)
- 7 days ago
We are locally owned & operated & seeking an experienced dental assistant to join our Waldo Dental Care and our Dental Care Independence team....
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- The Smile Spot
- Independence, MO (5 miles from Independence, MO)
- 8 days ago
- The Smile Spot
- Independence, MO (5 miles from Independence, MO)
- 8 days ago
assistant experience (pediatric experience a plus) Knowledge of dental instruments & sterilization methods Understanding of health & safety regulations Coronal polishing certification a plus Computer...
In Person- Aspen Ridge Dental
- Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
- 4 days ago
- Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
- 4 days ago
When you join our team as a Dental Assistant, you will have the opportunity to give back to communities and positively affect patients lives....
In Person- Aspen Medical
- Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
- 4 days ago
- Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
- 4 days ago
assistant Certification: Expanded Functions Dental Assisting (EFDA) Dental Assistant certification and x-ray certification or Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) certification from the Dental Assisting...
In Person- Heartland Dental
- Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
- 7 days ago
- Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
- 7 days ago
Provide superior chairside assistance (i.e., four-handed dentistry) to supported dentists during a wide variety of procedures in accordance with the state dental practice act Utilize Dentrix for patient...
In PersonWe are happy to share an exciting opportunity for a Dental Assistant!...
In PersonDental Assistant II, UMKC School of Dentistry
- University of Missouri Kansas City
- Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
- 13 days ago
- Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
- 13 days ago
We are seeking a Dental Assistant II to assist in our studentpre-doctoral clinic....
In PersonSenior Dental Assistant, Orthodontics Clinic, UMKC School of Dentistry
- University of Missouri Kansas City
- Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
- 13 days ago
- Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
- 13 days ago
Hiring Department Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics, UMKC School ofDentistry Job Description The School of Dentistry Orthodontics Residency Clinic is seeking a Senior Dental Assistant to serve...
In PersonTemp Faculty: Dental Assisting Instructor (Spring 2026)
- Metropolitan Community College
- Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
- 13 days ago
- Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
- 13 days ago
Assistant (CDA) credential OR currentDoctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) license in dentistry Background and current knowledge of dental assisting or thespecific subject to be taught, and educational theory...
In Person Temporary- Heartland Dental
- Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
- 23 days ago
- Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
- 23 days ago
Hygiene Assistant Oak Hills Family Dental, is looking for a Hygiene Assistant to join our team. This is the perfect role for someone with little to no dental experience to join a world-class...
In PersonDental Assistant - Entry Level
- Aspen Ridge Dental
- Blue Springs, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
- 26 days ago
- Blue Springs, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
- 26 days ago
When you join our team as an Entry-Level Dental Assistant, you will have the opportunity to give back to communities and positively affect patients lives....
In PersonTraveling Dental Assistant Periodontics
- Pacific Dental Services
- Kansas City, KS (11 miles from Independence, MO)
- 30+ days ago
- Kansas City, KS (11 miles from Independence, MO)
- 30+ days ago
Dental assistants must work effectively with co-workers including Specialty dental assistants, patients, and the front office by sharing ideas in a constructive and positive manner....
In Person- PDS Health
- Lenexa, KS (20 miles from Independence, MO)
- 30+ days ago
- Lenexa, KS (20 miles from Independence, MO)
- 30+ days ago
Now is the time to join Olathe Smiles Dentistry. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you're ready to take your career to the next level...
In PersonRegistered Dental Assistant - Leap Kids Dental
- Rock Dental Brands
- Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
- 45+ days ago
- Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
- 45+ days ago
No dental assistant permit? No problem! We'll train the right upbeat person to succeed and grow in this role....
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Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Dental Assistant positions.
- X-Ray Certified
- OSHA Certified
- Registered Dental Assistant
- CPR Certified
- Certified Dental Assistant
- CPR/BLS Certified
- DANB Certified
- BLS Certified
- Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
- Dental Assistant Certification
- Expanded Duties Dental Assistant
- Nitrous Oxide Certified
- Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary
Highest Education Level
Dental Assistants in Independence, MO offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Dental Assistant position
- Chairside Assisting
- Dentures
- Crowns
- Orthodontics
- iTero Scanning
- Expanded Functions
- Sealants
- Temporary Crowns
- Nitrous Oxide
- Coronal Polishing
- relines
- Sealant Placement
- Dental Charting
- Taking Impressions
- Chair Side Assistance
- Amalgam
- Periodontics
- Dental Prophylaxis
- Endodontics
- Four-Handed Dentistry
- Dental Radiography
- Oral Surgery
- Dentrix
- Dental Terminology
- Instrument Sterilization
- Patient Scheduling
- Patient Charting
- Sterilization
- Charting
- Infection Control
- X-Rays
- Basic Life Support
- Patient Care
- HIPAA
- Scheduling Appointments
- Health Care
- Administrative Skills
- Reimbursement
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- High School Diploma
- Collaboration
- Inventory Management
- Interpersonal Skills
- Employee Development
- Filing
- Spanish
- Regulations
- Bilingual
- Customer Service
- Teamwork
- Scheduling
- Communication Skills
- Ultrasonic Scaling
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