Dental Assistant (Medicaid & Cash Practice)

Franklin Dental Care & Dentures • Franklin, OH

6d • $18 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Franklin Dental Care and Dentures in Franklin, Ohio is seeking an efficient, compassionate, and organized Dental Assistant to join their expanding team. This is a stable role in a high-volume, patient-focused practice that serves a diverse mix of Medicaid and self-pay (cash) patients. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at efficiently turning over rooms, and provides top-tier clinical care with dignity and respect. The position offers competitive starting pay, a welcoming team dynamic, and a consistent schedule.

Requirements

• Must possess a current and valid Ohio Dental Assistant Radiographer Certificate (or be highly motivated to obtain it immediately).
• Minimum of 1–2 years of hands-on dental assisting experience is preferred, though exceptional recent graduates from accredited dental assisting programs are encouraged to apply.
• Experience working in a high-volume public health, Medicaid, or corporate dental setting is a massive plus.
• Must be comfortable working on your feet and managing a steady daily flow of patients.
• Familiarity with digital dental practice management software (e.g., Dentrix, Open Dental, or Eaglesoft) and digital imaging sensors.
• Active BLS / CPR certification for healthcare providers.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a high-volume public health, Medicaid, or corporate dental setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide seamless, high-quality four-handed dentistry assistance for general clinical procedures, including composite restorations, extractions, root canals, and crown/bridge preps.
• Assist with denture workflows, including taking alginate impressions, pouring stone models, prepping bite rims, and assisting with clinical denture adjustments and relines.
• Safely capture clear digital diagnostic X-rays (Bitewings, Periapicals, and Panoramics) in compliance with Ohio state laws and ALARA safety guidelines.
• Ensure clinical notes and charting are detailed, accurate, and structured to satisfy Ohio Medicaid diagnostic guidelines for claim pre-authorizations.
• Assist with transparently explaining treatment plans and out-of-pocket costs to cash-pay patients.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, CDC, and Ohio State Dental Board infection control standards.
• Sterilize instruments, track logs, and rapidly disinfect and restock operatory rooms.

Benefits

• Competitive, Stable Pay: starting at $18.00 - $20.00/hr, depending on clinical speed and experience.
• Diverse Clinical Experience
• Community-Focused Mission

What This Job Offers

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