Per Diem Mobile Health Dental Assistant

Community Health Service • Willmar, MN

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

Community Health Service, Inc (CHSI) is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare to underserved populations. Established in 1973, CHSI initially focused on migrant and seasonal farm workers but has since expanded its services to include mental and physical healthcare for all individuals in the community. Services are offered on an affordable sliding fee scale for those who are underinsured or uninsured, and CHSI also accepts various insurance plans including ND and MN Medicaid, Medicare, and most private insurance. The organization currently operates four nurse-managed clinics and two victim advocacy program centers. CHSI is seeking a Per diem Mobile Health Dental Assistant to join their Willmar, MN team.

Requirements

• Proven experience as dental assistant
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
• Good computer skills
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Attention to detail
• Well-organized and reliable
• Certification for other duties as required by the state practice act
• Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, and Infection Control training as required by law
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of all company policies and rules

Nice To Haves

• Experience using Eagle soft is preferred but not required
• Certified in MN or graduating from dental assistant school is preferred
• Versed in Eagle Soft is highly preferred

Responsibilities

• Participates in mobile health missions and community-based outreach activities on an as-needed basis to support the communities served by Community Health Service Inc.
• Sterilize instruments according to regulations
• Provides patients with oral hygiene education and post-procedure care instructions in mobile and community-based settings.
• Undertake lab tasks as instructed
• Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
• Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
• Manage inventory and ordering of supplies
• Supports patient flow, registration, and care coordination during mobile dental clinic operations and outreach events.
• Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED