Dental Assistant at Healthcare Connection

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Chairside Assistance, Sterilization Protocols, Infection Control, Patient Documentation, Inventory Management, Customer Service, Radiography, CPR, Electronic Dental Records, Patient Flow Management

Industry

Medical Practices

Description

Career Opportunity: Dental Assistant Reports to: Dental Practice Manager Organization: The HealthCare Connection (THCC) Location: Lincoln Heights & Mt. Healthy About The HealthCare Connection: Founded in 1967, The HealthCare Connection was Ohio’s first Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). Our mission is to provide quality and accessible primary healthcare services through community responsive approaches that address financial, geographic, and other barriers to care for residents of northern Hamilton County and surrounding areas. THCC is proudly recognized as a Level 3 Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH), the highest level of recognition attainable for quality care. We boast two primary care locations and 6 school-based health centers providing quality value-based care for over 20,000 patients. We provide services in Primary Care, Infectious Disease, Substance Use, Integrated Behavioral Health, Dental Services, Women’s Health, and Pharmacy. Benefits: * Health Insurance and Wellness Rewards Program * Dental, and Vision Insurance * Free Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance * 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match * Comprehensive Paid Time Off (PTO) * 10 Paid Holidays Position Summary: Are you a dental professional passionate about providing high-quality care to your community? Looking for a supportive team and meaningful work? The HealthCare Connection may be the perfect fit for you! We are currently seeking a Dental Assistant with a professional demeanor and exceptional customer service skills to join our Mt. Healthy and Lincoln Heights Health Center locations. This role is critical in supporting dental operations and delivering a positive, comfortable patient experience. Key Responsibilities: * Prepare treatment rooms and patients for procedures * Provide chairside assistance to the Dentist, Dental Hygienist, and/or EFDA * Record exam findings and maintain accurate documentation * Monitor sterilization cycles and follow infection control protocols * Maintain inventory of dental supplies and ensure clinical readiness * Support patient flow and clinic operations * Assist with various dental procedures as needed Qualifications: * High School diploma or GED (required) * Ohio Radiographer’s License (required) * Certification in Dental Assisting or equivalent on-the-job training * Current CPR certification (or ability to obtain) * Familiarity with dental and infectious control standards * Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations * Strong organizational skills and willingness to learn electronic dental record systems * Team-oriented, flexible, and open to supervision Equal Employment Opportunity/Drug-Free Workplace: The HealthCare Connection is focused on creating a community that promotes dignity and respect for employees, patients and other community members. THCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, military status or other characteristics protected by law and will not be discriminated against based on disability. THCC will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check and a drug screen.

Responsibilities

The Dental Assistant provides chairside support to dentists and hygienists while preparing treatment rooms and patients for procedures. They are also responsible for maintaining sterilization cycles, managing clinical inventory, and ensuring accurate documentation of exam findings.