Dental Assistant Apprentice

Jordan Valley Health•Springfield, MO

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Dental Assistant (DA) Apprentice will participate in Jordan Valley Health’s Department of Labor Registered DA Apprentice Program, receiving on-the-job skills training and related technical instruction from the Dental Assistant Training Coordinator and other appropriately qualified Jordan Valley Health staff. The program curriculum is structured to support the DA apprentice in passing the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) Missouri Dental Assisting Skills (MDAS) exam and transitioning into a full-time DA role at Jordan Valley at the conclusion of the program.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred

Responsibilities

Attend all scheduled classes Mon – Thurs 7:30am to 5:00pm
Maintain an 80% average on all graded assignments
Actively participate in hands-on training to achieve competency in required program skills (such as polishing, taking xrays, etc.)
Actively participate in shadow and externship rotations at various Jordan Valley clinics and locations
Demonstrate professionalism in all aspects of job performance
Demonstrate a commitment to the mission, vision and values of Jordan Valley in all aspects of job performance
Comply with all Jordan Valley policies, procedures, and protocols
Promotes the education and development of students, interns, residents, apprentices, and other new staff by sharing expertise, responding to questions, and fostering a positive and supportive learning environment.
All other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage: Three comprehensive plan options (Buy-up, Base, and High Deductible) through UnitedHealthcare's Choice Plus network, covering various deductibles and out-of-pocket limits. Includes access to telemedicine services via Teladoc.
Health Savings Account (HSA): Available for employees in the High Deductible Plan with employer contributions and tax advantages.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Options for both healthcare and dependent care FSAs, allowing pre-tax contributions for qualified expenses.
Dental and Vision Coverage: Dental insurance through Cigna’s DPPO network and vision coverage through EyeMed’s Insight network.
Retirement Plan: Pre-tax and Roth 403(b) retirement plans with a 5% employer match starting after 30 days of employment.
Life and Disability Insurance: Basic Life and AD&D insurance provided at no cost, with the option to purchase additional coverage. Long-term and short-term disability insurance are also available.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free confidential support for personal and professional challenges, including counseling and crisis intervention.
Additional Voluntary Benefits: Options for critical illness, accident, hospital care, and pet insurance through MetLife.
Pay on Demand Available
Nine paid holidays per year.