Dental Assistant 1

Hawai'I Island Community Health Center; Kealakekua (HI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Rx

403(b) Retirement Plan with employer’s

Paid Time Off and holidays

Life and Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Training and career growth

Job summary

Hawaiʻi Island Community Health Center (HICHC) invites applications for a Dental Assistant position in Kealakekua, Hawaii. The role supports clinical operations, takes dental X-rays, prepares rooms and instruments, and ensures sterility while delivering high-quality patient care.

Starting pay is competitive with benefits and opportunities for training. No experience is required, as we provide training to the right candidate, and the team emphasizes compassionate service to children and families

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Previous Dental Assistant experience preferred, but not required.
• Must have a desire to work with infants, children, adolescents, and their families.

Responsibilities

• Take and process dental X-rays.
• Prepare treatment rooms and instruments.
• Sterilize and disinfect equipment.
• Provide post-operative instructions as directed.
• Deliver exceptional patient care.

Job description

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Dental Assistant 1

Kealakekua, HI, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1654

Salary Range: $19.99 To $27.85 Hourly

Dental Assistant (Full-Time)

Starting at $19.99/hour (commensurate with experience and skill set)

Locations: HICHC Kealakekua Dental
Schedule: Monday-Friday, shifts vary between 7:00 AM and 5:30 PM

Join Hawaiʻi Island Community Health Center and build a rewarding career in dental healthcare.

Whether you're an experienced Dental Assistant looking to advance your career in dentistry alongside a dynamic team of dental professionals, or you're just beginning your journey in the field, we welcome you at HICHC. We are looking for compassionate, motivated individuals who are passionate about patient care and committed to making a difference in our community. No experience is necessary; we will train the right candidate.

At HICHC Dental, you'll work in a supportive, team-oriented environment dedicated to improving the oral health of our patients.

Why Join HICHC?

• Competitive pay starting at $19.99/hour
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug coverage
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer contributions
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• Life, Disability, and supplemental insurance options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for training and career growth

Key Responsibilities

• Take and process dental X-rays
• Prepare treatment rooms and instruments
• Sterilize and disinfect equipment
• Provide post-operative instructions as directed
• Deliver exceptional patient care

Education and Experience Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required
• Previous Dental Assistant experience preferred, but not required
• Must have a desire to work with infants, children, adolescents, and their families

Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening for illegal substances

At HICHC, you'll be part of a mission-driven organization committed to improving the health and well-being of our community.