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Dental Assistant - HEALTH

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Date: Jul 13, 2026

Location: Wichita, KS, US

Company: Sedgwick County

Department: Health Dept.

Job ID: 13065

Pay: $17.04 per hour.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Sedgwick County offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes health coverages, paid leave, regular compensation reviews, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities. For more detailed information, please visit our benefits page at SCBenefits.

This is routine, paraprofessional, technical work assisting the Volunteer Dentists for the Children’s Dental Health Program. This employee performs clinical duties and technical work performing receptionist and clerical duties.

Reception

• Schedule and confirm all volunteer Dentist and Patients.
• Coordinate schedule with volunteer dentist.
• Schedule patients for WSU Hygiene students
  
  

Dental Assistant

• Answer patient questions before an appointment.
• Prepare patients for dental procedures by making them comfortable and providing any instructions.
• Sterilize dental instruments and equipment, and placing for easy access.
• Prepare the dental exam room for use by the dentist by making sure it is stocked and organized.
• Assist the dentist during procedures, including passing instruments, getting supplies, and using the suction tube to keep the patient’s mouth dry.
• Assist with dental x-rays
• Prevent the spread of infection and disease by maintaining a surgically clean work environment.
• Will travel to various locations to assist with offsite dental clinics.
  
  

Data Entry

• Verify patient notes are correct prior to entry into computer.
• Provider, Patient and appointment information entered into KIPHS and DAISEY.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications: Dental Assistant Technical Certificate, two years of experience as a chair-side assistant, or any equivalent combination of experience and training. CPR certification. Per Sedgwick County policy, this is a driving level position that requires a valid Kansas driver’s license without restrictions and current proof of automobile insurance. Bilingual in English and Spanish. Must pass pre-employment testing for Proficiency in English and Spanish.

Preferred Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited school of Dental Assisting with an Associate of Applied Science, Dental Assistant. One year of experience as a Dental Assistant. One year of experience as a certified Interpreter. Certified Dental Assistant, Bilingual Spanish Speaking.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please find more information under the following link. Apply for a Job | Sedgwick County, Kansas

Nearest Major Market: Wichita

Job Segment: Data Entry, Clerical, Bilingual, Administrative

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Department: Health Dept.

Job ID: 13065

Pay: $17.04 per hour.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Sedgwick County offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes health coverages, paid leave, regular compensation reviews, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities. For more detailed information, please visit our benefits page at SCBenefits.

This is routine, paraprofessional, technical work assisting the Volunteer Dentists for the Children’s Dental Health Program. This employee performs clinical duties and technical work performing receptionist and clerical duties.

Reception

• Schedule and confirm all volunteer Dentist and Patients.
• Coordinate schedule with volunteer dentist.
• Schedule patients for WSU Hygiene students
  
  

Dental Assistant

• Answer patient questions before an appointment.
• Prepare patients for dental procedures by making them comfortable and providing any instructions.
• Sterilize dental instruments and equipment, and placing for easy access.
• Prepare the dental exam room for use by the dentist by making sure it is stocked and organized.
• Assist the dentist during procedures, including passing instruments, getting supplies, and using the suction tube to keep the patient’s mouth dry.
• Assist with dental x-rays
• Prevent the spread of infection and disease by maintaining a surgically clean work environment.
• Will travel to various locations to assist with offsite dental clinics.
  
  

Data Entry

• Verify patient notes are correct prior to entry into computer.
• Provider, Patient and appointment information entered into KIPHS and DAISEY.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications: Dental Assistant Technical Certificate, two years of experience as a chair-side assistant, or any equivalent combination of experience and training. CPR certification. Per Sedgwick County policy, this is a driving level position that requires a valid Kansas driver’s license without restrictions and current proof of automobile insurance. Bilingual in English and Spanish. Must pass pre-employment testing for Proficiency in English and Spanish.

Preferred Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited school of Dental Assisting with an Associate of Applied Science, Dental Assistant. One year of experience as a Dental Assistant. One year of experience as a certified Interpreter. Certified Dental Assistant, Bilingual Spanish Speaking.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please find more information under the following link. Apply for a Job | Sedgwick County, Kansas

Nearest Major Market: Wichita

Job Segment: Data Entry, Clerical, Bilingual, Administrative

Department: Health Dept.

Job ID: 13065

Pay: $17.04 per hour.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Sedgwick County offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes health coverages, paid leave, regular compensation reviews, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities. For more detailed information, please visit our benefits page at SCBenefits.

This is routine, paraprofessional, technical work assisting the Volunteer Dentists for the Children’s Dental Health Program. This employee performs clinical duties and technical work performing receptionist and clerical duties.

Reception

• Schedule and confirm all volunteer Dentist and Patients.
• Coordinate schedule with volunteer dentist.
• Schedule patients for WSU Hygiene students
  
  

Dental Assistant

• Answer patient questions before an appointment.
• Prepare patients for dental procedures by making them comfortable and providing any instructions.
• Sterilize dental instruments and equipment, and placing for easy access.
• Prepare the dental exam room for use by the dentist by making sure it is stocked and organized.
• Assist the dentist during procedures, including passing instruments, getting supplies, and using the suction tube to keep the patient’s mouth dry.
• Assist with dental x-rays
• Prevent the spread of infection and disease by maintaining a surgically clean work environment.
• Will travel to various locations to assist with offsite dental clinics.
  
  

Data Entry

• Verify patient notes are correct prior to entry into computer.
• Provider, Patient and appointment information entered into KIPHS and DAISEY.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications: Dental Assistant Technical Certificate, two years of experience as a chair-side assistant, or any equivalent combination of experience and training. CPR certification. Per Sedgwick County policy, this is a driving level position that requires a valid Kansas driver’s license without restrictions and current proof of automobile insurance. Bilingual in English and Spanish. Must pass pre-employment testing for Proficiency in English and Spanish.

Preferred Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited school of Dental Assisting with an Associate of Applied Science, Dental Assistant. One year of experience as a Dental Assistant. One year of experience as a certified Interpreter. Certified Dental Assistant, Bilingual Spanish Speaking.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please find more information under the following link. Apply for a Job | Sedgwick County, Kansas