Dental Assistant

Specialty1 Partners; Defiance (OH); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Coverage

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

Pet Insurance

401(k) Plan

Identity Theft Protection

Legal Services

Hospital Coverage

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Specialty1 Partners seeks a dedicated Dental Assistant to join our busy specialty practice at Center for OMFS (OH) in Defiance, with support across Wauseon, Bryan, and Ottawa locations. You will ensure patient comfort, assist the dentist, and manage basic dental tasks to lift administrative burdens from clinicians.

You bring 1+ years of experience, knowledge of instruments and sterilization, and a commitment to safety, accuracy, and compassionate care for every patient.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of proven experience as dental assistant.
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods.
• Understanding of health & safety regulations.
• Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• A strong attention to detail.
• Well-organized and reliable.
• A high school diploma.
• A certificate from an accredited dental assistant program.
• An active state radiology license.

Responsibilities

• Travel to the Wauseon, Byran, and Ottawa offices to support multiple locations.
• Welcoming patients to the dental office and ensuring comfort.
• Preparing patients for treatment and assisting during procedures.
• Selecting and setting up instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Sterilizing instruments according to regulations.
• Assisting the dentist through 4-handed dentistry.
• Providing oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions.
• Keeping the dental room clean and well-stocked.
• Scheduling appointments and post-op visits; maintaining patient records.
• Assisting with payment procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Dental instruments knowledge

Sterilization methods

Health & safety regulations

Regulated non-surgical tasks

Attention to detail

Organization

Reliability

Education

HS Diploma

Dental assistant certificate (if required)

State radiology license (if required)

Job description

Our office, Center for OMFS (OH) - Defiance, is seeking a talented Dental Assistant to join our busy specialty practice. This position also supports the Wauseon, Byran, and Ottawa locations.

We are looking for a talented and skilled Dental Assistant to help us accomplish our mission to improve the lives of our patients by providing a world‑class specialty experience for every patient. Here is what you need to know about the role, our team and why we could be the right next step in your career.

You will ensure excellent patient service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the Dentist’s shoulders. You will be focused on ensuring that the patients’ needs, concerns, and questions are answered. You will help keep the patient relaxed and comfortable during their visit, being the patients go‑to resource during their visit.

Responsibilities

• Must be able to travel to the Wauseon, Byran, and Ottawa offices
• Welcoming patients to the dental office
• Preparing patients for treatment, ensuring their comfort
• Selecting and setting up instruments, equipment, and supplies
• Sterilizing instruments according to regulations
• Assisting the dentist through 4‑handed dentistry
• Providing oral hygiene and post‑operative care instructions
• Keeping the dental room clean and well‑stocked
• Scheduling appointments and post‑op visitsMaintaining accurate patient records
• Assisting with payment procedures

Background

You are a resourceful dental assistant who loves helping patients receive the experience they deserve and helping the Dentist to provide it. You're excited by the prospect of a patient leaving your office in a healthier, stronger, and more comfortable or happier being, each and every day. You’re a kind, passionate, and collaborative problem‑solver who is able to proactively adjust to shifting priorities and values the chance to make an important impact.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of proven experience as dental assistant
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
• Understanding of health & safety regulations
• Ability to perform regulated non‑surgical tasks
• Excellent communication and people skills
• A strong attention to detail
• Well‑organized and reliable
• A high school diploma
• A certificate from an accredited dental assistant program (if required by law)
• An active state radiology license (if required by law)
• Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to operate standard office equipment
• Must be able to assist patients safely in and out of chairs or treatment areas
• Must be able to maintain clinical positioning for extended periods
• Must be able to work around medical equipment and instruments
• Must be able to adhere to OSHA and infection control standards
• Must be able to perform repetitive hand and wrist movements
• Must be able to respond quickly in emergency situations

If this sounds like you, you will fit right in with the team!

Benefits

• BCBS Medical & Dental insurance Options
• VSP Vision Coverage
• Complimentary Life Insurance Policy (employee only)
• Short‑term & Long‑Term Disability
• Pet Insurance Coverage
• 401(k) plan w/match options
• Identity Theft Protection
• Legal Services Package
• Hospital/Accident/Critical Care Coverage
• Paid Time Off

Address: 205 E 2nd Street, Defiance, OH 43512

Compensation

Position Base Pay Range: $18 - $20 USD

Specialty1 Partners and its affiliates are equal‑opportunity employers who recognize the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on objective criteria and without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with applicable governing laws.