Dental Assistant

Description *Eligible for a $1,500 sign on bonus*

About Jordan Valley Health

Jordan Valley Health (JVH) is a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the health of individuals and families in underserved communities. We provide comprehensive healthcare services including primary medical, dental, vision, and behavioral health. Our mission is simple: Improve our community’s health through access and relationships. By working collaboratively with partners and continually innovating, JVH strives to be a leader in providing essential healthcare for the underserved, ensuring everyone in our community has access to quality healthcare.

Job Summary

The Dental Assistant collaborates with dental providers to ensure the highest quality of patient care. Dental Assistant responsibilities include setting up and breaking down room and equipment, preparing patient for treatment, documenting in the electronic dental record, preparing laboratory cases, proper infection prevention practices, and other duties as assigned.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of tray set-up, sterilization of instruments Passage and receipt of instruments Document treatment related information in patient’s electronic chart Mixing of cements, amalgam, and impression materials Oral evacuation and retraction Exposing and developing of dental radiographs Taking blood pressure and oral temperature Seating, preparing, and dismissing patients Inventory control Routine maintenance of equipment Operatory preparation and clean-up Responsibly follows the Clinic Exposure Control Plans/Bloodborne and Airborne Pathogens. Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible and courteous environment. All other duties as assigned.
• Benefits
• Overview:
• Medical and
• Prescription
• Drug
• Coverage: Three comprehensive plan options (Buy-up, Base, and High Deductible) through UnitedHealthcare's Choice Plus network, covering various deductibles and out-of-pocket limits. Includes access to telemedicine services via Teladoc.
• Health
• Savings
• Account (HSA): Available for employees in the High Deductible Plan with employer contributions and tax advantages.
• Flexible
• Spending
• Account (FSA): Options for both healthcare and dependent care FSAs, allowing pre-tax contributions for qualified expenses.
• Dental and
• Vision
• Coverage: Dental insurance through Cigna’s DPPO network and vision coverage through EyeMed’s Insight network.