Dental Assistant, Part-time

DeKalb Health; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Harbor Care in Nashua, NH seeks a part-time Dental Assistant to support our dental team in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. You will work chairside with providers, help maintain a clean clinical environment, and assist with radiographs and documentation.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and dental assisting experience or formal training, plus CPR certification. This role offers flexible scheduling with two 8-hour days and one 4-hour shift weekly.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Dental assisting experience or formal training preferred.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain operatories and instruments for patient care.
• Take digital radiographs and document patient information accurately.
• Maintain infection control and sterilization per OSHA/CDC/ADA.
• Assist with scheduling and patient flow as needed.
• Provide coverage for team absences when available.

Skills

CPR certification

Dental assisting

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dentrix or Eaglesoft

Job description

• Location 77 Northeastern Blvd,Nashua, NH, 03062,United States
• Employee Type Regular Part Time
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Phone [phone]
• Email [e-mail]

Description

Are you passionate about patient care and looking for a flexible role where your work truly makes a difference? Harbor Care is seeking a dedicatedDental Assistant who is passionate about helping others and committed to creating a positive change. TheDental Assistant supports our dental team in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to individuals in our community- many of whom face significant barriers to accessing healthcare.

In this role, you will be a key part of the clinical team, working chairside with dental providers to ensure efficient, safe, and respectful care for every patient. This is more than a clinical support role- it's an opportunity to contribute to meaningful health outcomes in a mission-driven organization.

Location: High Street, Nashua

Schedule: 20-hour non-exempt/hourly position. This part-time position offers flexibility while maintaining consistency.

• Two regularly scheduled 8-hour days per week
• One additional flexible 4-hour shift
• Opportunities to pick up additional hours when providing coverage for team absences

What You'll Do

As a Dental Assistant, you will play an essential role in supporting efficient clinical operations and exceptional patient care. Responsibilities include:

• Prepare and maintain operatories, instruments, and materials for patient care
• Take digital radiographs and support accurate patient documentation
• Ensure strict adherence to infection control and sterilization protocols (OSHA, CDC, ADA)
• Support patient flow, including seating, preparation, and communication during visits
• Perform dental lab tasks such as impressions and model preparation
• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked clinical environment
• Assist with administrative tasks such as scheduling and answering phones as needed
• Provide coverage for team absences as available

You will also:

• Build positive and professional relationships with clients, staff, and community partners
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation, records, or reporting requirements
• Support Harbor Care's philosophy of care, mission, and organizational values in day-to-day work

* Please note: Duties and responsibilities may evolve based on organizational needs, funding requirements, and program operations.

The ideal candidate is someone who is:

• Passionate about helping others
• Adaptable and solution-focused
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• A strong communicator and team player
• Committed to treating all individuals with dignity and respect

Why Join Harbor Care?

Are you looking for a career where you can make a meaningful impact every day? At Harbor Care, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live safe, stable, and healthy lives filled with purpose, respect, and dignity. Our team is dedicated to creating a safe, supportive, and collaborative environment where employees can make a meaningful impact every day while helping strengthen the communities we serve. Harbor Care is committed to breaking the cycle of homelessness through housing, healthcare, and veteran services while providing compassionate, person-centered support to the individuals and communities we serve.

Requirements

What We're Looking For

• High School Diploma or GED
• Dental assisting experience or formal training
• CPR certification
• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with diverse populations

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of dental assisting experience
• Experience with Dentrix or Eaglesoft
• Experience working within nonprofit, healthcare, behavioral health, housing, human services, or community-based settings

Harbor Care values diverse experiences and backgrounds. Equivalent combinations of education, work experience, military service, volunteer work, internships, and transferable skills may be considered.

Summary

Benefits That Support Your Quality of Life:

At Harbor Care, we recognize that supporting our employees both personally and professionally is essential. We are committed to offering a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote health, financial wellness, work-life balance, and overall quality of life for you and your family. Harbor Care's comprehensive benefit package include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee-paid life insurance options
• Generous paid time off and company-paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with an excellent employer match
• Employee wellness and support resources
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

We believe in investing in our employees so they can continue making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

Harbor Care is committed to fostering a respectful, professional, and supportive workplace for all employees.

Harbor Care is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, performance, and organizational needs in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.