Dental Assistant

Horizon Health; Wessington Springs (SD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Horizon Health in Martin, SD is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to provide chairside support in our busy dental practice. We are looking for candidates who are passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.

Horizon Health offers a collaborative, team-oriented work environment focused on meeting the needs of individual patients while supporting and contributing to the health and wellness of our communities.

Qualifications

• Certified Dental Assistants preferred; on-the-job training for non-certified applicants.
• Experience with radiography and sterilization is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist doctor during procedures and take radiographs.
• Complete patient charting and document conversations.
• Prepare and manage dental tray setups.
• Maintain instrument sterilization and operatory turnover.
• Adhere to infection control standards.

Skills

Chairside assistance

Radiographs

Patient charting

Infection control

Sterilization

Education

Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) certification

Job description

Benefits:

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Horizon Health in Martin, SD is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to provide chairside assistance in our busy dental practice. We are looking for candidates who are passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. Horizon Health offers a collaborative, team-oriented work environment focused on meeting the needs of individual patients while supporting and contributing to the health and wellness of our communities.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist the doctor during procedures, including performing radiographs, completing patient charting, documenting patient conversations, and managing tray setups.

Ensure proper sterilization of instruments, maintain operatory turnover, and adhere to infection control standards in the lab.

*Certified Dental Assistants are preferred, but we provide on-the-job training for non-certified employees.

Our Culture: Horizon Health’s culture is built on the Non-Negotiable attributes of Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Integrity, Professionalism, and being Rural Focus—ensuring every team member upholds these attributes daily. The organization values all contributions equally, supports individual growth, and aims to be your "forever employer" that enhances both employee satisfaction and community health outcomes.