DENTAL ASSISTANT - NORTH RIDGEVILLE

Lorain County Health & Dentistry; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Lorain County Health & Dentistry is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to join their growing team in Lorain, Ohio. In this role, you will be a vital part of delivering exceptional patient care while ensuring comfort and compliance with infection control standards.

The ideal candidate will have completed a dental assistant program, possess an Ohio State Dental Radiograph permit, and hold valid BLS certification. With competitive compensation and benefits, this position offers a chance to make a real impact in the community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completed dental assistant program with Ohio State Dental Radiograph permit.
• Valid BLS certification is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a guide for dental care and ensure patient comfort.
• Review medical and oral history of patients.
• Maintain infection control standards at all times.

Skills

Dental assisting

Patient education

Infection control standards

Bilingual Spanish speaking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Dental assistant program completion

Ohio State Dental Radiograph permit

Valid BLS certification

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and detail‑oriented Dental Assistant to join our growing team. In this role, you will play a vital part in providing exceptional patient care. Join a dynamic dental team where your skills and enthusiasm make a real impact! We are looking for a motivated Dental Assistant who enjoys working collaboratively to deliver outstanding patient care and who shares in the commitment of our organization’s philosophy of “partnership” with patients while integrating its values of Respect, Quality, Compassion, Integrity, and Excellence.

Essential Functions

• Serve as a dental care guide to patients and make every reasonable effort to make patients as comfortable as possible.
• Welcome and drape the patient.
• Review patient’s medical and oral history.
• Elicit relevant information from patient/caregiver regarding current and prior conditions or ailments.
• Measure and record patient vital signs.
• Educate patients and their caregivers on recommended techniques to improve and maintain good oral health.
• Prepare treatment rooms, tools, and equipment according to LCH&D protocols.
• Clean treatment rooms, tools, and equipment after procedures according to LCH&D protocols.
• Demonstrate clinical competency in all 4‑handed dental procedures including but not limited to Preventative Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry, Oral Surgery Procedures, Endodontics, Diagnostic Radiographs.
• Demonstrate competency as a “floater” and manage time effectively.
• Promote good health throughout the facility in conversation and behavior.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Comply with HIPAA guidelines at all times.
• Maintain infection control standards at all times per organization policy.

Physical Demands

• Fine and gross motor skills will be frequently employed.
• Some lifting of supplies and equipment up to 50 lbs.
• 20% walking or standing; 80% sitting at a desk.
• Category I exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and communicable diseases.

Qualification Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completed dental assistant program and possess an Ohio State Dental Radiograph permit or eligibility for a permit.
• Valid BLS certification.
• Previous dental experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
• Bilingual Spanish speaking is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Paid holidays.
• Generous paid time off (PTO).
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Prescription coverage.
• Employer‑paid life insurance.
• Employer‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Opportunities to give back, outreach, and true advocacy to the patient community we serve.

Lorain County Health & Dentistry (LCH&D) values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity for all persons, regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

LCH&D is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, LCH&D will ensure that all persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If an accommodation is needed please contact the LCH&D Human Resources Department.