Dental Assistant

Konza Prairie Community Health Center; Junction City (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 5 weeks

Paid holidays

Retirement plan 403(b)

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Konza Prairie Community Health Center in Junction City, KS, seeks a dedicated Dental Assistant to support dentists, prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and take dental X-rays. You’ll contribute to patient comfort and efficient care within a collaborative team environment.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma (certification preferred) and experience in a dental setting. We value strong communication, infection control, and organization in a fast-paced clinic.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; dental assisting certification preferred.
• Experience in a dental office or clinical setting is advantageous.
• Knowledge of dental procedures, instruments, and sterilization techniques.
• Proficiency in taking and processing dental X-rays.
• Strong communication and patient care skills.
• Ability to follow infection control protocols meticulously.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during procedures and prepare treatment rooms.
• Sterilize instruments and ensure infection control protocols.
• Take and process dental X-rays and maintain patient records.
• Provide compassionate patient care and educate patients on oral hygiene.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient care

Infection control

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

X-ray equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Dental assisting certification

Tools

Dental X-ray equipment

Job description

Want to make a real impact in your community? Join our team as a Dental Assistant and play a vital role in enhancing patients' oral health and overall well‑being. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality dental care within a collaborative and supportive environment. If you are passionate about oral healthcare and eager to contribute to a patient‑centered practice, we encourage you to apply and grow with us.

Why Join Konza?

• Mission-Driven Work - Provide care to all patients—regardless of ability to pay—while making a real impact in your community
• Team-Based Care - Work alongside providers, nurses, and behavioral health teams in an integrated care model
• Work-Life Balance - No nights or weekends + clinics close at 2:00 PM every Friday

Pay & Benefits

• Up to 200 hours (5 weeks) of PTO per year
• 9 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance & short‑term disability
• Employee discounts on medical, dental, and pharmacy services

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; dental assisting certification preferred
• Previous experience in a dental office or clinical setting is advantageous
• Knowledge of dental procedures, instruments, and sterilization techniques
• Proficiency in taking and processing dental X-rays
• Strong communication and patient care skills
• Ability to follow infection control protocols meticulously
• Organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment