Dental Assistant: Patient Care, X-Rays & Patient Education

Kalihi-Palama Health Center; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Kalihi-Palama Health Center in Honolulu seeks a Dental Assistant to perform a range of clinical duties, including preparing patients, sterilizing instruments, taking histories and vital signs, and assisting the dentist during procedures.

The role supports patient education, x-ray capture, impressions, and routine post-operative instructions. Completion of a Dental Assistant Training Program and current CPR/First Aid certificates are required, with emphasis on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Dental Assistant Training Program.
• Current CPR and first aid certificates required.
• Ability to work with people of all ages.
• Basic mathematics skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients and sterilize/disinfect instruments and operatories.
• Take medical and dental histories and record vital signs.
• Take and expose dental X-rays.
• Make preliminary impressions for study casts and pour casts.
• Assist dentist in management of medical and dental emergencies.
• Instruct patients in oral hygiene and plaque control.
• Apply topical fluoride to teeth and provide post-operative instructions.
• Receive supplies and manage inventory.
• Keep the work area clean and follow clinic guidelines.
• Attend staff meetings as required.

Skills

Basic math

Interpersonal skills

Education

Dental Assistant Training Program

Job description

Kalihi-Palama Health Center in Honolulu seeks a Dental Assistant to perform a range of clinical duties, including preparing patients, sterilizing instruments, taking histories and vital signs, and assisting the dentist during procedures.

The role supports patient education, x-ray capture, impressions, and routine post-operative instructions. Completion of a Dental Assistant Training Program and current CPR/First Aid certificates are required, with emphasis on safety and teamwork.