Dental Assistant [Mansfield, OH]

Third Street Family; Mansfield (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

Generous Paid Time Off

Tuition assistance

403(b) retirement plan

Employer-paid life insurance

Employer-paid long-term disability

Job summary

Third Street Family Health Services is seeking a Dental Assistant to deliver chair-side support and comprehensive patient care in a community-focused clinic. The role includes assisting with dental procedures, collecting patient histories, and helping patients feel comfortable throughout treatment.

Candidates should be licensed as Dental radiographers and capable of credentialing within 90 days. A high school diploma or equivalent and completion of a Dental Assisting program are required or

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• High school diploma or equivalent, required.
• Ability to be Credentialed as a Dental Assistant (within the first 90 days).
• Dental Assistant Radiographer Licensure, Required.
• Graduate of a Dental Assisting program, Preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides chair-side assistance to provider during dental procedures.
• Collect and record patient health histories and document for provider’s reference.
• Help patients feel comfortable before, during, and after treatment.
• Advise patients in oral hygiene and dental care.
• Interact positively with a diverse patient population and meet safety needs.
• Prepare, sterilize, and organize dental supplies and equipment according to standards.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Reliable transportation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Dental Assisting program graduate

Dental Assistant Radiographer Licensure

Credentialed as a Dental Assistant within 90 days

Job description

Description

Are you a proactive problem-solver who takes pride in delivering meaningful work that makes a lasting impact? We’re looking for a driven and detail-oriented professional to join our team as a Dental Assistant. In this role, you’ll play a vital part in providing a range of clinical, administrative, and staff support to a full-range dental services operation, helping us move forward with purpose and precision. The ideal candidate values continuous learning, leads with a welcoming spirit, takes ownership of their work, and is passionate about supporting people and building stronger communities.

Essential Job Duties

• Provides chair-side assistance to provider in the performance of dental procedures.
• Collect and record patient health histories (dental and medical) and record information for provider's reference prior to examination.
• Help patients feel comfortable before, during, and after dental treatment.
• Advise patients in oral hygiene and dental care.
• Interact positively with a diverse, sometimes difficult, and demanding patient population. Provide service in a manner that is appropriate for the patients age; demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to meet the patients physical, psychosocial, educational and safety needs.
• Prepares, sterilizes, and organizes dental supply and dental equipment according to OSHA, Joint Commission, and Clinic Standards

What We Offer

• Your ideas, input, and contributions are valued and recognized.
• Excellent clinical, administrative, and management support.
• Forward-thinking, collaborative, transparent, and inclusive company culture.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans.
• Competitive Market Value Compensation.
• Generous Paid Time Off.
• Tuition assistance.

Protecting your future

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Employer-paid long-term disability

Third Street is an equal opportunity employer. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the communities and patients we serve. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please direct your inquiries to [e-mail] or call 419-522-6191 ext. 2201

Requirements

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• High school diploma or equivalent, required.
• Ability to be Credentialed as a Dental Assistant (within the first 90 days)
• Dental Assistant Radiographer Licensure, Required
• Graduate of a Dental Assisting program, Preferred

About Us

Third Street is a patient-centered medical home driving change in the community. We adapt to the needs of those we serve while building services to fill gaps in care to invest in a healthier future for all. At Third Street, we provide high-quality care through the continual learning of our employees and by building a diverse team. We value our employees, communicate our expectations, and train our team on best practices.

Organizational Information

• Established in 1994, Third Street Family Health Services is a regional not-for-profit community health center providing medical, dental, OB/GYN, pediatric, community outreach, and behavioral health services across eleven locations in Richland, Marion, Ashland, and Crawford counties. Our mission is to deliver comprehensive health and wellness care, accessible to all in the communities we serve. We believe that the health status of our community can be improved by providing accessible and affordable health care, advocacy, and community health initiatives.
• We provide patient-centered care and provide our services with respect, integrity, and accountability top of mind. For more information, visit Welcome to Third Street Family | Third Street Family or find them on Facebook or Twitter.

Mission

To deliver comprehensive health and wellness care, accessible to all in the communities we serve.