Position Title: Dental Assistant
Location: Delta Health Center Inc. Mound Bayou MS
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 nations 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
Qualifications: 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
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
Salary: Negotiable
Required Skills:
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 Qualifications: 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
Required Education:
Key Responsibilities:Prepare treatment rooms and assist the dentist during dental proceduresSterilize instruments and follow infection control protocolsTake and develop dental radiographs (x-rays)Record treatment information in patient recordsProvide patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment proceduresSchedule patient appointments and maintain dental supply inventoryEnsure a welcoming and supportive environment for all patie
Position Title: Dental Assistant Location: Delta Health Center Inc. Mound Bayou MSJob Type: Full-TimeReports To: Dental DirectorAbout Delta Health Center Inc.:Delta Health Center (DHC) located in historic Mound Bayou MS is one of the nations oldest community health centers. As a Federally Qualified...
Position Title: Dental Assistant
Location: Delta Health Center Inc. Mound Bayou MS
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 nations 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
Qualifications: 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
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
Salary: Negotiable
Required Skills:
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 Qualifications: 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
Required Education:
Key Responsibilities:Prepare treatment rooms and assist the dentist during dental proceduresSterilize instruments and follow infection control protocolsTake and develop dental radiographs (x-rays)Record treatment information in patient recordsProvide patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment proceduresSchedule patient appointments and maintain dental supply inventoryEnsure a welcoming and supportive environment for all patie
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