Dental Assistant Paid Training

Healthfirst Family Care Center•Fall River, MA

16h•Onsite

About The Position

HealthFirst Family Care Center, Inc. is offering a full-time, in-person, paid Dental Assistant training program which includes both classroom and clinical training thanks to a workforce pipeline fund. Classes offered virtually through CareerStep will prepare a learner to earn a Massachusetts Dental Assistant license. Hands-on training days will provide opportunities for observing as well as learning to prepare for dental procedures, maintaining and updating patient charts, and assisting with dentistry techniques. Participants must commit to 10 weeks of in-person paid course work and a 6-month paid internship to be completed at HealthFirst. Upon acceptance into the program, students will be required to sign a 2-year work commitment. Note: Successful completion of the program and internship does not guarantee employment.

Requirements

Must be 18 years or older
High School diploma or equivalent is required
Must submit a resume that includes a brief statement explaining why you are interested in becoming a dental assistant
Provide 3 references
Possess a clear background free of criminal offenses
High level of customer service
Positive approach to working with patients
Projects a positive attitude about the department and the health center and offers services to ensure positive experience
Ability to maintain an organized work area and work collaboratively as a member of a team
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Time management skills to effectively communicate with patients
Ability to handle confidential information in a professional manner and in accordance with HIPAA guidelines
Use sound judgment and display confidence
Ability to multi-task
Detail-oriented and accurate
Able to sit at a computer for an extended period of time