Dental Assistant

Neighborhood Health Association of Toledo, Inc.; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

403(b) retirement plan with Employer 0

Paid Time Off

11 Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Neighborhood Health Association of Toledo, Inc. is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists and hygienists, prepare treatment materials, and manage patient records across clinics in Northwest Ohio.

The role includes taking x-rays and assisting with laboratory work, while maintaining confidentiality and contributing to a fast-paced team environment. The ideal candidate has completed a Dental Assistant Program, holds a radiography license, and can obtain CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Dental Assistant Program.
• One year Dental Assistant experience preferred.
• Valid and current radiography license.
• EMR proficient, and/or ability to learn EMR.
• CPR certification required or on-site class within 30 days of employment.
• Ability to work on a team in a challenging, fast paced environment.
• Effective organizational, communication, writing and listening skills.
• Must be sensitive to cultural, religious, and ethnic diversity.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
• Shows initiative and ability to use sound judgement in absence of specific orders.
• Must be well-organized, detail oriented and use time wisely.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the patient for treatment and assist the dentist and/or dental hygienist.
• Prepare materials and equipment for treatment and have them ready for the dentist’s use.
• Take x-rays and assist the dentist in laboratory work.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date dental records for each clinic patient.
• Make appointments, answer the phone, order supplies, and assist with dental billing as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Writing skills

Listening skills

Initiative

Time management

Attention to detail

Confidentiality awareness

Education

Dental Assistant Program diploma

Radiography license

CPR certification

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Dental Assistant

The Dental Assistant performs duties such as: preparing the patient for treatment, assisting the dentist and/or dental hygienist in performing their treatment to the patient, preparing materials and equipment for treatment, and having them ready for the dentist’s use, takes x-rays and assists the dentist in laboratory work. Assists in the maintenance of accurate and up-to-date dental records for each clinic patient. May perform other related work including, but not limited to, making appointments, answering the phone, ordering supplies, and assisting with information needed for dental billing.

Qualifications:

• Must have graduated from a Dental Assistant Program.
• One (1) year Dental Assistant experience highly preferred.
• Must have a valid and current radiography license.
• EMR proficient, and/or ability to learn EMR.
• Current certification in CPR, or take on-site class within 30 days of employment.
• Ability to work on a team in a challenging, fast paced environment.
• Effective organizational, communication, writing and listening skills.
• Must be sensitive to cultural, religious, and ethnic diversity.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
• Shows initiative and ability to use sound judgement in absence of specific orders.
• Must be well-organized, detail oriented and use time wisely.

Compensation & Benefits:

• $18.00/hour base pay
• Part-time schedule (30hrs) with no holidays - Occasional weekend
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
• Health, Dental,and Vision
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Second Chance Employer:

Neighborhood Health Association is a second-chance employer; however, full transparency is required. Applicants must disclose any background issues, including arrests, time served, probation, DUIs, or related matters—even if advised they may not appear on background checks. Failure to disclose may result in withdrawal of any job offer or termination of the hiring process.

NHA is a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About NHA:

Neighborhood Health Association (NHA), a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), is the largest community health center system in Northwest Ohio. Serving the community for over 50 years, weoperate12 locations throughout Lucas County, including adult medicine, pediatrics, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, lab services, senior centers, and healthcare for the homeless and women’s health populations. We proudly partner with ProMedica, Mercy Health, and the University of Toledo Medical Center.

Join Our Mission:

At NHA, every role is essential to ensuring that our patients receive safe, clean, and compassionate care. If you are dependable, take pride in your work, and want to contribute to a meaningful mission, we encourage you to apply.