Dental Assistant

Community Health Service Inc; Moorhead (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 15–20 days/year

PDO 4 paid days/year

12 holidays

401K with 4% match

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

HSA/FSA

Life & Disability Insurance

NHSC loan reimbursement up to $145,000

Job summary

Community Health Service, Inc (CHSI) in Moorhead, MN is hiring a Full-time Licensed Dental Assistant. You will sterilize instruments, assist with patient care, and manage dental records in a supportive community clinic.

Ideal candidates hold MN Dental Assistant licensure or are graduating, have strong communication and organizational skills, and can work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining patient care standards.

Qualifications

• Certification for other duties as required by the state practice act
• Having a MN Dental Assistant License is required
• Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, and Infection Control training as required by law
• Versed in EagleSoft is highly preferred
• Knowledge of all company policies and rules

Responsibilities

• Sterilize instruments according to regulations
• Undertake lab tasks as instructed
• Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
• Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
• Manage inventory and ordering of supplies
• Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures

Skills

Excellent communication

Good computer skills

Attention to detail

Strong multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Education

MN Dental Assistant License

Graduating from dental assistant school (preferred)

Tools

EagleSoft

Job description

Here at Community Health Service, Inc (CHSI), our mission is to provide high-quality health care to the overlooked and underserved. Sound rewarding? You bet it is! If you are looking for more than just a "job" and want to invest your time making an impact on the lives of others, this is your chance to join our CHSI team

WHAT DO WE DO?

CHSI is a private, non-profit organization established in 1973 to serve the health needs of migrant & seasonal farmworkers and their family members. Today, CHSI has expanded services and provides mental & physical healthcare to all individuals in our communities. Our services are provided on a more affordable sliding fee scale to those who are under-insured or un-insured. We also accept ND and MN Medicaid, Medicare, and most private insurance plans. We currently operate four nurse-managed clinics, two mobile medical units, and two victim advocacy program centers in Minnesota & North Dakota.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

We are on the search for a Full-time Licensed Dental Assistant to join our Moorhead, MN team. As a Dental Assistant, your role is to

• Sterilize instruments according to regulations
• Undertake lab tasks as instructed
• Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
• Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
• Manage inventory and ordering of supplies
• Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures
• Proven experience as dental assistant
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
• Experience using Eagle soft is preferred but not required
• Good computer skills
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Attention to detail
• Well-organized and reliable
• Certified in MN or graduating from dental assistant school is preferred

ARE YOU A GOOD FIT?

In addition to being a wonderful team member and advocate for patients, we are seeking an individual with the below qualifications:

PHYSICAL ABILITIES

• Ability to bend and crouch occasionally, sit continuously, and stand or walk frequently.
• Ability to lift to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to use hands/arms, feet/legs for repetitive fine to large motor skill movements.

EDUCATION & SKILLS

• Certification for other duties as required by the state practice act
• Having a MN Dental Assistant License is required
• Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, and Infection Control training as required by law
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Versed in Eagle Soft is highly preferred
• Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of all company policies and rules

WORK VALUES

• Cooperation: pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
• Attention to Detail: being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
• Integrity: Being honest and ethical.
• Dependability: reliable, responsible, dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
• Self-Control: maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.

WHAT ARE THE PERKS, YOU ASK?

CHSI promotes a healthy work/life balance for employees through a generous time off program. Those eligible are offered:

• Paid Time Off (PTO): Starts at 15 days per year and jumps to 20 days by year two!
• Personal Days Off (PDO): In addition to PTO, we offer 4 paid personal days each year.
• Paid Holidays: CHSI offers 12 days of holiday pay.

CHSI also provides retirement, medical, and insurance plans to employees. Those eligible may enroll in:

• 401K Retirement Plan, with a 4% company match!
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• HSA Health Savings Account and/or Flexible Spending Account
• Life & Disability Insurance (Short Term Disability premiums paid by CHSI)
• Supplemental Voluntary Benefits

Loan Reimbursement Options: Our employees who work in clinical positions may be eligible for loan reimbursement of up to $145,000 through the National Health Service Corps! Visit www.nhsc.hrsa.gov for more information.

READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

CHSI is an EEO/Affirmative Action/Veteran-friendly employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

CHSI facilities are deemed under the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA).