
Posted 4 months ago
Dental Assistant - Float
High RidgeOn-siteFull-time
AI Summary
Assists dentists and hygienists with clinical procedures, prepares treatment rooms, takes radiographs, educates patients on oral hygiene, and supports clinic operations including inventory and front desk duties.
About this role
Support Smiles and Build Health as a Dental Assistant
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 40 hours weekly.
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 40 hours weekly.
Join a mission-driven dental team providing compassionate, community-based oral health care. As a Dental Assistant, you'll play a vital role in helping patients feel at ease while assisting with procedures, promoting preventive care, and ensuring smooth clinic operations—from chairside support to community outreach.
This Is a Great Opportunity for Someone Who:
- Loves helping people feel comfortable and confident in a clinical setting
- Enjoys hands-on teamwork and takes pride in being a key part of a patient’s care experience
- Wants to be part of an organization that values community health, education, and service
Key Responsibilities
- Assisting dentists and hygienists with a variety of procedures including preventive, restorative, oral surgery, and prosthodontics
- Preparing treatment rooms, instruments, and materials to ensure efficient, safe patient care
- Taking radiographs, vital signs, and performing dental charting and sterilization procedures
- Educating patients on oral hygiene techniques and the impact of nutrition on oral health
- Participating in school-based outreach and the Preventive Services Program (PSP)
- Supporting clinic operations through inventory, maintenance, and administrative tasks
- Traveling to other dental clinics as needed and assisting with front desk duties when cross-trained
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
High School/GED preferred
WORK EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
• At least two (2) years dental assisting experience preferred
• Computer literate in electronic mail, word processing, and office management system software required
• A valid, unrestricted driver's license and agency established minimum automobile coverage upon hire required
• BLS certification or ability to obtain required
You’ll Be A Great Fit for This Role if You:
• At least two (2) years dental assisting experience preferred
• Computer literate in electronic mail, word processing, and office management system software required
• A valid, unrestricted driver's license and agency established minimum automobile coverage upon hire required
• BLS certification or ability to obtain required
You’ll Be A Great Fit for This Role if You:
- Take initiative and stay calm under pressure in fast-paced clinical settings
- Communicate clearly and professionally with patients, families, and team members
- Care deeply about both clinical excellence and patient comfort
- Are flexible, dependable, and open to traveling between clinic sites
- Embrace opportunities to advocate for oral health
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Skills
Automobile InsuranceBLS CertificationDental AssistingDental ChartingElectronic MailOffice Management SoftwareRadiographsSterilizationVital SignsWord Processing
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