Dental Assistant

AlphaZeta Interactive; Buffalo (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Dental Assistant, ensuring top-quality patient care through collaboration with dental providers. Responsibilities include preparing treatment areas, assisting with procedures, and maintaining a professional environment. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Dental and Vision Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life and Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Pay on Demand

Qualifications

• BLS certification required within first 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of tray set-up, sterilization of instruments.
• Passing and receiving instruments.
• Seating, preparing, and dismissing patients.

Skills

Basic Life Support

Education

Graduation from a dental assisting program

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Description

• Eligible for a $1,500 sign-on bonus*

About Jordan Valley Community Health Center

Jordan Valley Community Health Center (JVCHC) is a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the health of individuals and families in underserved communities. We provide comprehensive healthcare services including primary medical, dental, vision, and behavioral health. Our mission is simple: Improve our community’s health through access and relationships. By working collaboratively with partners and continually innovating, JVCHC strives to be a leader in providing essential healthcare for the underserved, ensuring everyone in our community has access to quality healthcare.

Job Summary

The Dental Assistant collaborates with dental providers to ensure the highest quality of patient care. Responsibilities include setting up and breaking down rooms and equipment, preparing patients for treatment, documenting in the electronic dental record, preparing laboratory cases, practicing proper infection prevention, and other duties as assigned.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of tray set-up, sterilization of instruments
• Passing and receiving instruments
• Mixing cements, amalgam, and impression materials
• Oral evacuation and retraction
• Seating, preparing, and dismissing patients
• Operatory preparation and clean-up
• Following Clinic Exposure Control Plans/Bloodborne and Airborne Pathogens protocols
• Demonstrating respect and regard for all patients, families, visitors, and staff to ensure a professional, courteous environment
• All other duties as assigned

Benefits Overview

• Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage: Multiple plans through UnitedHealthcare, including telemedicine via Teladoc
• Health Savings Account (HSA): Employer contributions and tax advantages for High Deductible Plans
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): For healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Dental and Vision Coverage
• Retirement Plan: Pre-tax and Roth 403(b) with 5% employer match after 30 days
• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic coverage at no cost, additional options available
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support services
• Additional Voluntary Benefits: Critical illness, accident, hospital care, pet insurance
• Pay on Demand: Available

Holidays

• Nine paid holidays per year

Health Requirements

Proof of vaccination for Flu, Hepatitis B, and Tuberculosis (TB) is required.

Application Process

Submit a resume and cover letter through the JVCHC career portal at Careers & Education - Jordan Valley. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until filled.

Jordan Valley Community Health Center is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required, must be obtained within first 90 days of employment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Expanded Functions certifications
• Graduation from a dental assisting program

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Healthcare