Paid Training Opportunity - Dental Assistant

Healthfirst Family Care Center, Inc. \"Heart of Our Community\"; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

HealthFirst Family Care Center, Inc. is offering a full-time, in-person, paid Dental Assistant training program that combines classroom and clinical training through a workforce pipeline fund. Classes are virtual through Career Step and prepare learners to earn a Massachusetts Dental Assistant license.

Hands-on training includes observation and preparation for dental procedures and updating patient charts. Applicants must commit to 10 weeks of paid coursework and a 6-month paid externship at

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must submit a resume that includes a brief statement explaining why you are interested in becoming a Dental Assistant.
• Ability to provide 3 professional references and possess a clear background free of criminal offenses.

Responsibilities

• Observe and assist with dental procedures during hands-on training.
• Maintain and update patient charts during clinical sessions.
• Assist dental team with relevant dentistry techniques and procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Oral and written communication

Teamwork

HIPAA compliance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Paid Training Opportunity - Dental Assistant

HealthFirst Family Care Center, Inc. (HealthFirst) is offering an exciting opportunity for a full-time, in person, paid Dental Assistant training program which includes both classroom and clinical training through a workforce pipeline fund. Classes are offered virtually through Career Step and will prepare learners to earn a Dental Assistant license in Massachusetts. Hands‑on training days will provide opportunities for observation and preparation for dental procedures, maintaining and updating patient charts, and assisting with relevant dentistry techniques. Interested candidates must be able to commit to 10 weeks of in‑person paid course work and a 6‑month paid externship completed at HealthFirst. Upon acceptance into the program, students will be required to sign a 2‑year work commitment to HealthFirst. Candidates are required to submit a resume that includes a brief statement explaining why they are interested in becoming a Dental Assistant.

*Note: Successful completion of the program and externship does not guarantee employment.

Paid Training Opportunity - Dental Assistant

HealthFirst Family Care Center, Inc. (HealthFirst) is offering an exciting opportunity for a full-time, in person, paid Dental Assistant training program which includes both classroom and clinical training through a workforce pipeline fund. Classes are offered virtually through Career Step and will prepare learners to earn a Dental Assistant license in Massachusetts. Hands‑on training days will provide opportunities for observation and preparation for dental procedures, maintaining and updating patient charts, and assisting with relevant dentistry techniques. Interested candidates must be able to commit to 10 weeks of in‑person paid course work and a 6‑month paid externship completed at HealthFirst. Upon acceptance into the program, students will be required to sign a 2‑year work commitment to HealthFirst. Candidates are required to submit a resume that includes a brief statement explaining why they are interested in becoming a Dental Assistant.

*Note: Successful completion of the program and externship does not guarantee employment.

Schedule

Mon – Fri 8:00 am – 4:30 pm

Required Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older
• High School diploma or equivalent is required
• Must submit a resume that includes a brief statement explaining why you are interested in becoming a Dental Assistant
• Ability to provide 3 professional references and possess a clear background free of criminal offenses

Competencies

• The Dental Assistant trainee must have a high level of customer service and a positive approach to working with patients. Projects a positive attitude about the department and the health center and offers services to ensure positive experience
• Ability to maintain an organized work area and work collaboratively as a member of a team
• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills and time management skills to effectively communicate with patients
• Ability to handle confidential information in a professional manner and in accordance with HIPAA guidelines
• Able to sit at a computer for an extended period of time

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

HealthFirst Family Care Center, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). HealthFirst is committed to eliminating discrimination and welcomes applicants and employees of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives. HealthFirst does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition, transgender status, and sexual orientation), age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

$18 per hour