Dental Assistant: Patient-Centric Care + Growth

Valley Health Systems, Inc.; Huntington (WV); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Career advancement

Job summary

Valley Health Systems, Inc. in Huntington, WV is seeking a Dental Assistant to join a patient-centered dental team. You will support the dentist during procedures, keep the operatory clean, and help ensure patient comfort and safety throughout visits.

This role emphasizes hands-on skills, attention to detail, and strong teamwork. The position offers growth opportunities, competitive benefits, and a collaborative, friendly environment where patient care comes first. Hours: Mon-Thu 7:30am-6:00pm.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated attention to detail and patient-first mindset.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during procedures.
• Transfer instruments, keep the area clean and dry, and anticipate next steps.
• 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

Teamwork

Education

Dental Assisting Certification

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Valley Health Systems, Inc. in Huntington, WV is seeking a Dental Assistant to join a patient-centered dental team. You will support the dentist during procedures, keep the operatory clean, and help ensure patient comfort and safety throughout visits.

This role emphasizes hands-on skills, attention to detail, and strong teamwork. The position offers growth opportunities, competitive benefits, and a collaborative, friendly environment where patient care comes first. Hours: Mon-Thu 7:30am-6:00pm.