Dental Assistant

Wexford Health Sources; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

Wexford Health Sources is seeking a part-time Dental Assistant in Salem, VA. This role involves supporting patient care and ensuring smooth dental operations as you assist in providing dental care.

Responsibilities include chair-side assistance during examinations, patient preparation, sterilization of instruments, and maintaining accurate patient records. Candidates should have a high school diploma, CPR certification, and preferably be registered with the Virginia Board of Dentistry as a Dental Assistant II.

Qualifications

• Registered with Virginia Board of Dentistry as a Dental Assistant II preferred.
• Experience in a dental setting preferred.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing dental care under dentist supervision.
• Ensure the dental clinic remains clean and stocked.
• Maintain accurate patient records within the medical record system.

Skills

Assisting the dentist chair-side during exams and procedures

Preparing patients for treatment

Sterilizing instruments

Maintaining infection control standards

Managing dental supplies and inventory

Education

High School diploma or GED

Registered with Virginia Board of Dentistry as a Dental Assistant II

Tools

Electronic medical records

Job description

POSITION: Dental Assistant

SCHEDULE: Part‑time / 10 hours weekly / Works Wednesday and Thursday

FACILITY: Western Virginia Regional Jail

LOCATION: Salem, VA

Are you ready to support dental care where your skills help improve health and confidence every day?

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. has been delivering quality healthcare to underserved populations for over 30 years. As a Dental Assistant, you'll play a hands‑on role in supporting patient care and ensuring smooth, efficient dental operations.

Position Summary

Working under the supervision of the Dentist, you'll assist in providing dental care while maintaining a safe, clean, and well‑organized clinical environment. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting the dentist chair‑side during exams and procedures
• Preparing patients for treatment and supporting dental hygiene education
• Sterilizing instruments and maintaining infection control standards
• Setting up and breaking down treatment areas and equipment
• Taking and processing intra‑oral x‑rays as permitted
• Maintaining accurate patient records within the medical record system
• Managing dental supplies, inventory, and equipment maintenance
• Supporting dental sick call and emergency screenings
• Ensuring the dental clinic remains clean, stocked, and ready for daily operations

You'll go beyond assisting. You'll help create a smooth, supportive experience that keeps patient care moving forward.

What You'll Need

• Registered with Virginia Board of Dentistry as a Dental Assistant II preferred
• High School diploma or GED required
• Experience in a dental setting preferred
• CPR certification required
• Familiarity with electronic medical records a plus

Equal Opportunity Employer

We celebrate diversity and welcome all qualified candidates.

Your skills matter here. Your work makes a difference every day.

Apply today and be part of a team that keeps care moving.