Dental Assistant Apprentice *$2,000 Sign-on Bonus

YKHC Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation; Bethel (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO starting 4.5 weeks per yr

11 paid holidays

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Life and Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement plans

Employee Wellness Center

Plus More

Job summary

Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation in Bethel, AK is seeking individuals for a Dental Assistant training pathway that builds practical skills while supporting a busy clinic. You will train in dental procedures, patient care, and clinical operations, with certification targets set within the initial 2 months.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, preference for 6 months' experience, and readiness to obtain CPR and Radiology credentials.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prefer 6 months of work experience.
• Must be able to acquire CPR and Radiology certification within 2 months of hire date.
• Dental equipment and instruments.
• Dental anatomy, basic dental instrumentation, basic dental assisting

Responsibilities

• Trains in the practical skills and knowledge necessary to become a fully qualified Dental Assistant, while assisting in maintaining an efficiently operating dental clinic.

Skills

Basic dental assisting

Customer service

Safety protocols

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dental equipment

Job description

We are working together to achieve excellent health. Come join us! The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation is a Tribal health care organization, serving nearly 30,000 people living across rural, southwest Alaska in villages with populations from about 10 to more than 1,000. Bethel, the regional hub and location of the only hospital in the region, has a population of nearly 7,000. The Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta is home to thousands of lakes and two primary rivers—the Kuskokwim and Yukon. We offer a broad range of employment opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the health of people in the region.

Position Summary

Trains in the practical skills and knowledge necessary to become a fully qualified Dental Assistant, while assisting in maintaining an efficiently operating dental clinic.

Position Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prefer 6 months of work experience.
• Must be able to acquire CPR and Radiology certification within 2 months of hire date.
• Dental equipment and instruments.
• Dental anatomy, basic dental instrumentation, basic dental assisting

Benefits

• Generous PTO – starting at 4.5 weeks per year, accrued over time
• Eleven paid holidays
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement plans
• Employee Wellness Center
• Plus More!

Compensation

Pay Range Minimum: 20.46

Employment Type

Regular Time Type: Full time Hours Per Week: 40 FLSA Exempt: No

Equal Opportunity Statement

Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other basis protected by law. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly. Under P.L. 93-638, preference is given to Alaska Native/American Indian applicants.

For more information, please contact the YKHC Recruitment Department at [e-mail]

Join YKHC, a Tribal Health Organization serving 58 tribes in southwest Alaska. We offer comprehensive healthcare, from community clinics to a regional hospital, dental, behavioral health, and more. Come be part of our team!