What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant (Hollandale) position at Delta Health Center Inc?
Position Title: Dental Assistant
Location: Delta Health Center, Inc. Hollandale Site
Job Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Dental Director
About Delta Health Center, Inc.
Delta Health Center (DHC), located in historic Mound Bayou, MS, is one of the nation's oldest community health centers. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), DHC is committed to providing high-quality, affordable health care to underserved communities. We proudly serve patients across the Mississippi Delta with compassion, respect, and a deep sense of community responsibility.
Position Summary
Delta Health Center is seeking a dedicated and energetic Dental Assistant to join our growing dental team. The Dental Assistant will play a vital role in supporting our dentists during procedures, ensuring patient comfort, and maintaining a clean and organized work environment. This position is ideal for someone passionate about dental health and who thrives in a mission-driven, patient-centered setting.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities:
Benefits:
Location: Delta Health Center, Inc. Hollandale Site
Job Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Dental Director
About Delta Health Center, Inc.
Delta Health Center (DHC), located in historic Mound Bayou, MS, is one of the nation's oldest community health centers. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), DHC is committed to providing high-quality, affordable health care to underserved communities. We proudly serve patients across the Mississippi Delta with compassion, respect, and a deep sense of community responsibility.
Position Summary
Delta Health Center is seeking a dedicated and energetic Dental Assistant to join our growing dental team. The Dental Assistant will play a vital role in supporting our dentists during procedures, ensuring patient comfort, and maintaining a clean and organized work environment. This position is ideal for someone passionate about dental health and who thrives in a mission-driven, patient-centered setting.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare treatment rooms and assist the dentist during dental procedures
- Sterilize instruments and follow infection control protocols
- Take and develop dental radiographs (x-rays)
- Record treatment information in patient records
- Provide patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures
- Schedule patient appointments and maintain dental supply inventory
- Ensure a welcoming and supportive environment for all patients
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Graduate of an accredited dental assisting program preferred
- Current Dental Assistant certification or eligibility (as required by Mississippi state law)
- Radiology certification preferred
- CPR certification required
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience in community health or a dental public health setting is a plus
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- 401-k (up to 3% match)
- Continuing education opportunities
- Supportive, team-oriented environment â??Salary: Negotiable