Dental Assistant — Serve the Underserved & Grow

Wellpath; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 33,947 - 48,349; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

401(k)

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Dental Assistant to provide crucial support in dental procedures and patient management. The role includes responsibilities such as assisting with dental tasks, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety standards. Candidates should have an Associate’s Degree or Certification in Dental Technology, and experience working in dental care environments is preferred. The position is PRN, emphasizing the importance of compassionate care for underserved communities.

Qualifications

• Experience within a private or public dental practice as a Dental Technician or Registered Dental Assistant.
• Consistent sound judgment with dental decisions within the correctional healthcare environment.
• Obtain and maintain CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provides chair-side assistance during dental procedures.
• Performs intra-oral and extra-oral x-rays.
• Manages inventory of supplies and equipment.

Skills

Chair-side assistance

Sterilization of instruments

Intra-oral and extra-oral x-rays

Inventory management

Education

Associate’s Degree or Certification in Dental Technology

Tools

Dental equipment

Job description

A healthcare organization is seeking a Dental Assistant to provide crucial support in dental procedures and patient management. The role includes responsibilities such as assisting with dental tasks, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety standards. Candidates should have an Associate’s Degree or Certification in Dental Technology, and experience working in dental care environments is preferred. The position is PRN, emphasizing the importance of compassionate care for underserved communities.