Dental Assistant Apprentice

One Community Health • Hood River, OR

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About The Position

One Community Health (OCH) is seeking a Dental Assistant Apprentice to learn dental assisting through paid, hands-on training while supporting the organization’s mission to provide healthcare to all. Opportunities are available at OCH clinic locations in Hood River and The Dalles, Oregon. No healthcare experience is required.

The 12–14-month apprenticeship includes 297 hours of online classroom learning and 2,000 hours of on-the-job skills training. Apprentices learn to assist with patient intake, vital signs, medical histories, patient education, and treatment and follow-up support. The program covers training and exam costs and includes taking the Radiology Health and Safety Exam (RHS) during the program.

Compensation is $20.00–$20.75 per hour. An additional $0.75 per hour is offered for bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish. Applications are accepted until October 23, 2026.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Provide proof of a high school diploma or GED. For credentials earned outside the United States or Canada, submit the specified diploma or transcript, English translation, and original or official equivalency report from an accepted credential-evaluation organization.

Nice To Haves

• Fluent bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient intake, vital signs, and medical history.
• Provide patient education and support around treatment and follow-up care.
• Gain hands-on experience in clinical settings and learn dental assisting skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life, long-term disability, accident, and critical illness insurance.
• Empower Retirement 401(k).
• 200 hours of paid time off (PTO) annually.
• Six paid holidays.
• Training and exam costs covered at no charge.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED