Dental Assistant Apprentice-Mt. Village $2,000 Sign-On

RPMGlobal; Alaska; On-site; USD 23,253 - 33,118; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO – beginning at 4.5 weeks

Eleven paid holidays

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Life and Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Wellness Center

Job summary

A Tribal health care organization in rural Alaska is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to train in practical skills and assist in maintaining an efficient dental clinic. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and preferably some work experience. Benefits include generous PTO and comprehensive healthcare coverage.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferably, 6 months of work experience in a relevant field.
• Must acquire CPR and Radiology certifications within 2 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Train in practical skills to become a qualified Dental Assistant.
• Assist in maintaining an efficiently operating dental clinic.

Skills

Dental anatomy

Basic dental instrumentation

Basic dental assisting

CPR Certification

Radiology Certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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.
• Will acquire CPR and Radiology certifications within 2 months of hire
• Will acquire Dental equipment and instruments.
• Will acquire Dental anatomy, basic dental instrumentation, basic dental assisting

Benefits Include

• Generous PTO – beginning at 4.5 weeks
• Eleven (11) paid holidays
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Wellness Center

Additional Information

ID: 18487

Location: Mountain Village

Department: St. Mary's Subregional Center

Employment Duration: 80 Full time

Temporary Status: Not Applicable

Hours per Week: 40

Minimum Hourly Pay: 20.46

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an Affrmaitive 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] or phone (907) 543‑6060 and ask to speak with a recruiter.