Dental Assistant - SCI Huntingdon

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Huntingdon County, PA

11h • Onsite

About The Position

This position supports dental operations by assisting the dentist, preparing tools and materials, and managing radiographs, records, and patient documentation. It involves hands-on clinical help, organization of work areas, and clear communication with patients.

Requirements

• One year of experience in a dental office or clinic; or Successful completion of an accredited Dental Assisting certificate program; or An equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Successfully completed the Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) Exam as required by the Pennsylvania State Board of Dentistry.
• Successful completion of the training academy in Elizabethtown, PA.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.
• Must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist with procedures, chart findings, and manage instruments and materials
• Prepare and sterilize tools, mix solutions, and set up work areas for procedures
• Expose, label, mount, and evaluate radiographs for diagnostic quality
• Take impressions, pour models, trim casts, and assess their accuracy
• File, retrieve, and maintain dental records and reports in accordance with policy
• Provide clear preventative care and post-procedural instructions to patients

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree