Dental Assistant - Kingsley

AlphaZeta Interactive; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Dental Assistant to provide high-quality patient care at their Springfield location. This position involves assisting dental providers, ensuring patient preparation, and maintaining sterilization protocols. A competitive salary, benefits package, and a sign-on bonus are offered for this entry-level role.

Benefits

Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Dental and Vision Coverage

Retirement Plan with employer match

Life and Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Nine paid holidays per year

Qualifications

• BLS certification required within first 90 days of employment.
• Experience or certifications in Expanded Functions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and break down dental rooms and equipment.
• Prepare patients for treatment and document in electronic records.
• Follow infection prevention practices.

Skills

Patient Care

Infection Control

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Graduation from a dental assisting program

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Description

• Eligible for a $1,500 sign on bonus*
  
  

About Jordan Valley Community Health Center

Jordan Valley Community Health Center (JVCHC) is a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the health of individuals and families in underserved communities. We provide comprehensive healthcare services including primary medical, dental, vision, and behavioral health. Our mission is simple: Improve our community’s health through access and relationships. By working collaboratively with partners and continually innovating, JVCHC strives to be a leader in providing essential healthcare for the underserved, ensuring everyone in our community has access to quality healthcare.

Job Summary

The Dental Assistant collaborates with dental providers to ensure the highest quality of patient care. Dental Assistant responsibilities include setting up and breaking down room and equipment, preparing patient for treatment, documenting in the electronic dental record, preparing laboratory cases, proper infection prevention practices, and other duties as assigned.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of tray set-up, sterilization of instruments
• Passage and receipt of instruments
• Mixing of cements, amalgam, and impression materials
• Oral evacuation and retraction
• Seating, preparing, and dismissing patients
• Operatory preparation and clean-up
• Responsibly follows the Clinic Exposure Control Plans/Bloodborne and Airborne Pathogens.
• Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible and courteous environment.
• All other duties as assigned.
  
  

Benefits Overview

• Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage: Three comprehensive plan options (Buy-up, Base, and High Deductible) through UnitedHealthcare's Choice Plus network, covering various deductibles and out-of-pocket limits. Includes access to telemedicine services via Teladoc.
• Health Savings Account (HSA): Available for employees in the High Deductible Plan with employer contributions and tax advantages.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Options for both healthcare and dependent care FSAs, allowing pre-tax contributions for qualified expenses.
• Dental and Vision Coverage: Dental insurance through Cigna’s DPPO network and vision coverage through EyeMed’s Insight network.
• Retirement Plan: Pre-tax and Roth 403(b) retirement plans with a 5% employer match starting after 30 days of employment.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic Life and AD&D insurance provided at no cost, with the option to purchase additional coverage. Long-term and short-term disability insurance are also available.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free confidential support for personal and professional challenges, including counseling and crisis intervention.
• Additional Voluntary Benefits: Options for critical illness, accident, hospital care, and pet insurance through MetLife.
• Pay on Demand Available.
  
  

Holidays

• Nine paid holidays per year.
  
  

Health Requirements

All employees are required to provide proof of vaccination for Flu, Hepatitis B and Tuberculosis (TB) as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace.

Application Process

Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter through the JVCHC career portal at Careers & Education - Jordan Valley. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Jordan Valley Community Health Center is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) required, must obtain within first 90 days of employment.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Expanded Functions certifications.
• Graduation from a dental assisting program.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Internet

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