Dental Assistant - Community Health Center

Hourly Salary: $20/hr – $23/hr (varies depending on years of experience)A community-based healthcare organization is seeking a Dental Assistant to support the delivery of high-quality oral health services in an outpatient setting. This role is essential to ensuring efficient clinic flow, patient comfort, and adherence to clinical and safety standards. The Dental Assistant will work closely with dentists and the broader care team to provide compassionate, patient-centered care to a diverse population.Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials prior to patient visits.Assist dentists during examinations, procedures, and treatments, including four-handed dentistry.Perform chairside duties such as suctioning, passing instruments, and maintaining a clear operative field.Ensure proper infection control by cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing instruments and equipment in accordance with regulatory guidelines.Take and document patient medical and dental histories; record vital information as needed.Provide patient education on oral hygiene, post-procedure care, and preventive practices.Manage dental supplies and notify supervisors when inventory replenishment is required.Maintain accurate clinical documentation in the electronic health record system.Support patient stabilization and safety during procedures in accordance with training and certification.Assist with additional clinical or administrative tasks as assigned.QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent required.Dental Assistant Stabilization Certification required (per state and organizational guidelines).Current infection control and CPR certification required.Prior experience in a dental or healthcare setting preferred; community health experience a plus.Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a patient-centered approach.Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.Commitment to serving diverse and underserved populations.  ---  Atlas Search is a tri-state area recruitment agency, connecting new graduates, Advanced Practice Providers, Physicians and Nurse Leaders to hospitals, clinics, multi-specialty groups, nursing homes, managed care companies, private practices, and healthcare start-ups.If you would like to learn more about the opportunities we offer, please submit your CV for consideration hereCompany DescriptionAtlas Search is an executive recruiting firm dedicated to placing accounting, finance, middle office, information technology, human resources, and office / accounting support professionals. Our clients range from Fortune 500 to start-ups and we service all industries ranging from Financial Services to Media & Entertainment. We were founded on the principle of relationships; our firm has been built on partnering with candidates and clients with a focus on their long-term interests. We provide Technology professionals like yourself on a permanent basis for our clients across all industries. Specialties include: Software Engineers, Web Developers, iOS/Android Engineers, Data Analysts, Business Intelligence, Data Engineers, Data Scientists, Help Desk/Desktop Support, Systems Administrators/Engineers, Network Administrators/Engineers, Cloud/DevOps Engineers, Application Support, Business Analysts, Project Managers, IT Managers, CTOs, etc.

Salary : $20 - $23