Entry-Level Dental Assistant: Learn, Assist & Grow

OneWorld Community Health Centers, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 17,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

401(k)

Free fitness center

Job summary

OneWorld Community Health Centers, Inc. in Omaha, NE is seeking an entry-level Dental Assistant for the West Omaha Dental Clinic (120th & I). The role is full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–5:00 pm, with occasional travel to other OW Dental Clinics as needed.

The position supports chairside patient care, room and instrument prep, sterilization, and patient post-care guidance. A HS diploma is required; dental assisting program or on-the-job training is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Graduation from a dental assisting program is preferred.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 30 days of employment.
• Coronal polishing and radiography certifications are preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; EDR experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist chairside with diagnostic, operative, and surgical procedures.
• Prepare treatment rooms and arrange instruments and supplies.
• Take and record vital signs, including blood pressure.
• Sterilize, disinfect, and set up all dental surfaces, instruments, and equipment.
• Help with radiographs and post-treatment patient instructions.
• Maintain accurate patient records and support office duties as needed.

Skills

BLS certification

Microsoft Office

Electronic Dental Record

English proficiency

Spanish proficiency

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Dental assisting program

Coronal polishing certification

Radiography certification

Prior training in dental assisting

Job description

OneWorld Community Health Centers, Inc. in Omaha, NE is seeking an entry-level Dental Assistant for the West Omaha Dental Clinic (120th & I). The role is full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–5:00 pm, with occasional travel to other OW Dental Clinics as needed.

The position supports chairside patient care, room and instrument prep, sterilization, and patient post-care guidance. A HS diploma is required; dental assisting program or on-the-job training is preferred.