Dental Assistant

**Support Smiles and Build Health as a Dental AssistantSchedule: Monday - Friday 7:45-4:15.** 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 ### Requirements, Skills, Knowledge and Expertise High School/GED preferred **WORK EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS** • 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