Dental Assistant - Patient Care Hero in Fast-Paced Team

Valley Health Systems; Huntington (WV); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Valley Health Systems is seeking a Dental Assistant to join our Huntington dental team. You will assist the dentist during procedures, transfer instruments, keep the area clean and dry, and support a smooth patient flow.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, strong attention to detail, excellent communication, and a collaborative, patient-first approach in a fast-paced setting. Growth opportunities exist within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Strong attention to detail and a passion for patient care.
• Friendly personality and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Willingness to grow, learn, and always put patients first.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during procedures.
• Transfer instruments, keep the area clean and dry, and anticipate next steps like a dental superhero.
• Take impressions, expose radiographs, apply fluoride, place matrix bands, and more.
• Fabricate and cement temporary crowns and space maintainers.
• Provide oral hygiene instruction and post-op care advice.
• Perform prophy for pediatric and special needs patients.

Skills

Attention to detail

Patient care

Communication skills

Team oriented

Willingness to grow

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Valley Health Systems is seeking a Dental Assistant to join our Huntington dental team. You will assist the dentist during procedures, transfer instruments, keep the area clean and dry, and support a smooth patient flow.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, strong attention to detail, excellent communication, and a collaborative, patient-first approach in a fast-paced setting. Growth opportunities exist within a supportive team.