Dental Assistant

Jordan Valley Health•Springfield, MO

About The Position

Jordan Valley Health (JVH) is a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the health of individuals and families in underserved communities. We provide comprehensive healthcare services including primary medical, dental, vision, and behavioral health. Our mission is simple: Improve our community’s health through access and relationships. By working collaboratively with partners and continually innovating, JVH strives to be a leader in providing essential healthcare for the underserved, ensuring everyone in our community has access to quality healthcare. The Dental Assistant collaborates with dental providers to ensure the highest quality of patient care. Dental Assistant responsibilities include setting up and breaking down room and equipment, preparing patient for treatment, documenting in the electronic dental record, preparing laboratory cases, proper infection prevention practices, and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

One year experience, education may be substituted for lack of experience
Basic Life Support (BLS) required, must obtain within first 90 days of employment.
All employees are required to provide proof of vaccination for Flu, Hepatitis B and Tuberculosis (TB) as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or GED preferred
Prefer basic skills certification and expanded functions
Graduation from a dental assisting program, preferred

Responsibilities

Preparation of tray set-up, sterilization of instruments
Passage and receipt of instruments
Document treatment related information in patient’s electronic chart
Mixing of cements, amalgam, and impression materials
Oral evacuation and retraction
Exposing and developing of dental radiographs
Taking blood pressure and oral temperature
Seating, preparing, and dismissing patients
Inventory control
Routine maintenance of equipment
Operatory preparation and clean-up
Responsibly follows the Clinic Exposure Control Plans/Bloodborne and Airborne Pathogens.
Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible and courteous 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.
Holidays: Nine paid holidays per year.