Dental Assistant

Konza Prairie Community Health Center
Konza Prairie Community Health Center·Junction City, Kansas·1 week ago
Full-timeOn-site

Job Description

Description Want to make a real impact in your community? Join our team as a Dental Assistant and play a vital role in enhancing patients' oral health and overall well-being. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality dental care within a collaborative and supportive environment. If you are passionate about oral healthcare and eager to contribute to a patient-centered practice, we encourage you to apply and grow with us. Why Join Konza? Mission-Driven Work - Provide care to all patients—regardless of ability to pay—while making a real impact in your community Team-Based Care - Work alongside providers, nurses, and behavioral health teams in an integrated care model Work-Life Balance - No nights or weekends + clinics close at 2:00 PM every Friday Pay & Benefits Up to 200 hours (5 weeks) of PTO per year 9 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday 403(b) retirement plan with employer match Medical, dental, and vision insurance Employer-paid life insurance & short-term disability Employee discounts on medical, dental, and pharmacy services Requirements High school diploma or equivalent; dental assisting certification preferred Previous experience in a dental office or clinical setting is advantageous Knowledge of dental procedures, instruments, and sterilization techniques Proficiency in taking and processing dental X-rays Strong communication and patient care skills Ability to follow infection control protocols meticulously Organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

Skills Required

Dental assistingOral healthcarePatient careDental proceduresDental instrumentsSterilization techniquesDental X-raysInfection controlCommunication skillsTeamworkOrganizational skillsAttention to detail

Benefits

Paid time off
Paid holidays
Floating holiday
403(b) retirement plan
Employer match
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Short-term disability
Employee discounts

About the Company

Konza Prairie Community Health Center

Konza Prairie Community Health Center