SRC Dental Assistant Advanced

RPMGlobal; Alaska; On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Wellness Center

Job summary

Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation in Aniak, Alaska, is seeking a Dental Assistant trainee for a temporary assignment within the Aniak Subregional Center. The role focuses on practical training to become fully qualified while supporting a busy dental clinic.

The program includes CPR and Radiology certifications within 2 months of hire, with progression toward dental assisting duties as skills grow. Employment is temporary with flexible hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prefer 6 months of work experience.
• CPR and Radiology certifications within 2 months of hire.
• Familiarity with dental equipment and instruments.
• Basic dental assisting knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Train in practical skills to become a fully qualified Dental Assistant.
• Assist in maintaining an efficiently operating dental clinic.

Skills

Basic dental assisting

Willing to learn CPR & Radiology

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPR certification

Radiology certification

Dental equipment & instruments familiarity

Dental anatomy knowledge

Job description

We are working together to achieve excellent health. Come join us!

The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation is a Tribal health care organization, serving nearly 30,000 people living across rural, southwest Alaska in villages with populations from about 10 to more than 1,000. Bethel, the regional hub and location of the only hospital in the region, has a population of nearly 7,000. The Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta is home to thousands of lakes and two primary rivers—the Kuskokwim and Yukon.

We offer a broad range of employment opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the health of people in the region.

Position Summary:

Trains in the practical skills and knowledge necessary to become a fully qualified Dental Assistant, while assisting in maintaining an efficiently operating dental clinic.

Position Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prefer 6 months of work experience.
• Will acquire CPR and Radiology certifications within 2 months of hire
• Will acquire Dental equipment and instruments.
• Will acquire Dental anatomy, basic dental instrumentation, basic dental assisting

Benefits Include:

• Employee Wellness Center

Additional Information:

ID: 18531

Location: Aniak

Department: Aniak Subregional Center

Employment Duration: Temporary

Temporary Status: Not Applicable

Hours per Week: Varies

Minimum Hourly Pay: 24.33

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an Affinitive Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other basis protected by law. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly.

Under P.L. 93-638, preference is given to Alaska Native/American Indian applicants.

For more information, please contact the YKHC Recruitment Department at [e-mail] or phone [phone] and ask to speak with a recruiter.