Dental Assistant - Hopewell Health Centers, Inc. - Cleveland, OH

Hopewell Health Centers is a nationally accredited federally qualified health and community mental health center with 23 sites across TEN counties throughout Southeastern Ohio (Athens, Franklin, Gallia, Hocking, Jackson, Meigs, Perry, Ross, Vinton, and Washington). We are currently seeking a Dental Assistant to join our New Lexington, OH team.
As a Dental Assistant, you will perform duties within the scope of education and experience and under the direct supervision of the Site Manager/Dental Provider. Some of the Dental Assistant’s responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Competently operates standard dental equipment which may include autoclave, air/water syringe, suction, x-ray unit, dental units and other office specific equipment
Completes in-house lab procedures as determined by the Dentist which may include: pouring up and trimming models, making biterims, making bleaching splints, making night guards, and making custom trays.
Administer oral medications, subcutaneous and intramuscular injections per Dentist’s orders
Takes patient’s vital signs and radiographs as needed for the exam. These may include a Panorex, a full mouth series, Bitewings, periapical or occlusal radiographs.
Understands and accurately communicates instructions, information, and/or concepts according to the Dentist’s orders utilizing proper dental terminology and grammar.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor

What do we look for in our Dental Assistants??

Eligible to work in the United States
HS Diploma or Equivalent
General operator’s license in dental radiology is preferred upon hire but not necessary. You will, however, be required to obtain this license within 6 months of hire.
Certification in Dental Assisting is preferred or equivalent experience
Requires current CPR/BLS

What are some of the benefits of working for Hopewell Health Centers?

Starting pay $14.75
Medical/Dental/Vision
401K and match
Life Insurance
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Time
Referral Bonus Program
Employee Assistance Program

At Hopewell Health Centers, Inc., our Mission is to provide access to affordable, high quality, integrated health care for all. Our organization offers a wide range of services, which includes comprehensive behavioral health care, dental health care, and primary health care.
Hopewell Health Centers, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.75 per hour
Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid orientation
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Referral program
Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

OH Radiographer license (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

New Lexington, OH 43764 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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