Dental Assistant

Job Description Job DescriptionDescription Support Smiles and Build Health as a Dental Assistant

Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 40 hours weekly.

Join a mission-driven dental team providing compassionate, community-based oral health care. As a Dental Assistant, you'll play a vital role in helping patients feel at ease while assisting with procedures, promoting preventive care, and ensuring smooth clinic operations—from chairside support to community outreach.

This Is a Great Opportunity For Someone Who

Loves helping people feel comfortable and confident in a clinical setting

Enjoys hands-on teamwork and takes pride in being a key part of a patient’s care experience

Wants to be part of an organization that values community health, education, and service

Key Responsibilities

Assisting dentists and hygienists with a variety of procedures including preventive, restorative, oral surgery, and prosthodontics

Preparing treatment rooms, instruments, and materials to ensure efficient, safe patient care

Taking radiographs, vital signs, and performing dental charting and sterilization procedures

Educating patients on oral hygiene techniques and the impact of nutrition on oral health

Participating in school-based outreach and the Preventive Services Program (PSP)

Supporting clinic operations through inventory, maintenance, and administrative tasks

Traveling to other dental clinics as needed and assisting with front desk duties when cross-trained

Work Experience/Training/Additional Requirements

Requirements, Skills, Knowledge and Expertise High School/GED preferred

• At least two (2) years dental assisting experience preferred
• Computer literate in electronic mail, word processing, and office management system software required
• A valid, unrestricted driver's license and agency established minimum automobile coverage upon hire required
• BLS certification or ability to obtain required
  
  

You’ll Be A Great Fit for This Role if You:

Take initiative and stay calm under pressure in fast-paced clinical settings

Communicate clearly and professionally with patients, families, and team members

Care deeply about both clinical excellence and patient comfort

Are flexible, dependable, and open to traveling between clinic sites

Embrace opportunities to advocate for oral health

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