Dental Assistant - Republic

Jordan Valley Community Health Center; Republic (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community health center in Republic seeks a Dental Assistant to support dental providers in delivering high-quality patient care. Responsibilities include preparing treatment rooms, documenting patient records, and ensuring adherence to infection control protocols. This role offers a $1,500 sign-on bonus and comprehensive benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about healthcare.

Benefits

Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Dental and Vision Coverage

Retirement Plan

Life and Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Pay on Demand

Nine paid holidays

Qualifications

• Must obtain Basic Life Support within first 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms and equipment.
• Document in electronic dental record.
• Respectful interaction with patients.

Skills

Basic Life Support

Education

Dental assisting program

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Job Type

Full-time

Description

• Eligible for a $1,500 sign-on bonus*

About Jordan Valley Community Health Center

Jordan Valley Community Health Center (JVCHC) is a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the health of individuals and families in underserved communities. We provide comprehensive healthcare services including primary medical, dental, vision, and behavioral health. Our mission is simple: Improve our community's health through access and relationships. By working collaboratively with partners and continually innovating, JVCHC strives to be a leader in providing essential healthcare for the underserved, ensuring everyone in our community has access to quality healthcare.

Job Summary

The Dental Assistant collaborates with dental providers to ensure the highest quality of patient care. Responsibilities include setting up and breaking down treatment rooms and equipment, preparing patients, documenting in the electronic dental record, preparing laboratory cases, adhering to infection prevention practices, and other duties as assigned.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of tray set-up, sterilization of instruments
• Passing and receiving instruments
• Mixing cements, amalgam, and impression materials
• Oral evacuation and retraction
• Seating, preparing, and dismissing patients
• Operatory preparation and clean-up
• Following Clinic Exposure Control Plans/Bloodborne and Airborne Pathogens protocols
• Respectful and professional interaction with patients, families, visitors, and staff
• All other duties as assigned

Benefits Overview

• Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage: Three plan options through UnitedHealthcare, including telemedicine via Teladoc
• Health Savings Account (HSA): Employer contributions and tax advantages for High Deductible Plan participants
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): For healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Dental and Vision Coverage: Dental through Cigna, Vision through EyeMed
• Retirement Plan: Pre-tax and Roth 403(b) with 5% employer match after 30 days
• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic coverage provided; additional options available
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support services
• Additional Voluntary Benefits: Critical illness, accident, hospital care, pet insurance
• Pay on Demand: Access to earned wages before payday

Nine paid holidays per year.

All employees must provide proof of vaccination for Flu, Hepatitis B, and TB.

Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter via the JVCHC career portal. Applications are accepted until the position is filled.

Jordan Valley Community Health Center is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS), must obtain within first 90 days of employment

Preferred Qualifications

• Expanded Functions certifications
• Graduation from a dental assisting program

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care