Dental Assistant - On The Job Training - Family HealthCare - Moorhead, MN

Join Family HealthCare as a Dental Assistant in Moorhead, MN, where your role focuses on helping patients achieve their best smiles with compassion and care. This is an exciting opportunity to learn on the job, enhancing your skills in a diverse environment that values innovation and excellence. You will have benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Paid Time Off, and Employee Discounts. By stepping into this rewarding position, you'll not only grow professionally but also make a meaningful impact on the lives of those you serve, embodying our core values every day.
FAMILY HEALTHCARE: OUR MISSION
Family HealthCare (FHC) is a family-oriented primary care clinic that provides various medical services for patients in the Fargo-Moorhead area. With five different care locations and a mobile unit, we proudly serve over 15,000 patients each year.
YOUR DAY AS A DENTAL ASSISTANT - ON THE JOB TRAINING
As a Dental Assistant in our On The Job Training program at Family HealthCare, your day-to-day responsibilities will revolve around helping both patients and dental professionals with compassion and efficiency. You can expect to prepare treatment areas, sterilize instruments, and assist during various dental procedures. You will play a crucial role in welcoming patients, updating their records, and providing education on oral health practices. Your innovative spirit will be valuable as you learn new techniques and approaches, enhancing your skills while contributing to excellence in patient care. Each day, you'll have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those you assist, solidifying your place in a team that genuinely cares for the community.
ARE YOU A GOOD FIT FOR THIS DENTAL ASSISTANT - ON THE JOB TRAINING JOB?
To thrive as a Dental Assistant in the On The Job Training program at Family HealthCare, you need a unique blend of skills rooted in compassion and a passion for helping others. Strong communication skills are essential, allowing you to connect with diverse patients and provide them with reassurance during their visits. Excellent organizational abilities will help you manage various tasks effectively, from preparing treatment areas to maintaining inventory.
You should be detail-oriented, as accuracy is crucial when assisting during dental procedures and updating patient records. Additionally, a willingness to learn and adapt will serve you well in our innovative environment, enabling you to embrace new techniques and approaches. Lastly, a friendly demeanor will create a welcoming atmosphere that makes each patient feel valued and cared for, aligning perfectly with our commitment to excellence in healthcare.
REQUIREMENTS:

Current CPR Certification
Previous Dental Assistant Experience (Preferred)
Ability to become licensed as a QDA and/or RDA in the states of ND and MN
Strong computer skills
Knowledge of basic dental terminology helpful
Exhibits awareness of and sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic differences among the clinic population and delivers care accordingly.

MAKE YOUR MOVE
So, what do you think? If this sounds like the right position for you, go ahead and apply. Good luck!

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