Dental Assistant
Confidential
Posted: February 4, 2026
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Quick Summary
Dental Assistant performs duties such as preparing patient for treatment, assisting dentist and/or dental hygienist in performing treatment, preparing materials and equipment, and having them ready for dentist's use, taking x-rays and assisting dentist in laboratory work. Assists in maintaining accurate and up-to-date dental records for each clinic patient. May perform other related work including making appointments, answering phone, ordering supplies, and assisting with information needs.
Required Skills
Job Description
Dental Assistant
The Dental Assistant performs duties such as: preparing the patient for treatment, assisting the dentist and/or dental hygienist in performing their treatment to the patient, preparing materials and equipment for treatment, and having them ready for the dentist’s use, takes x-rays and assists the dentist in laboratory work. Assists in the maintenance of accurate and up-to-date dental records for each clinic patient. May perform other related work including, but not limited to, making appointments, answering the phone, ordering supplies, and assisting with information needed for dental billing.
Qualifications:
Must have graduated from a Dental Assistant Program.
One (1) year Dental Assistant experience highly preferred.
Must have a valid and current radiography license.
EMR proficient, and/or ability to learn EMR.
Current certification in CPR, or take on-site class within 30 days of employment.
Ability to work on a team in a challenging, fast paced environment.
Effective organizational, communication, writing and listening skills.
Must be sensitive to cultural, religious, and ethnic diversity.
Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
Shows initiative and ability to use sound judgement in absence of specific orders.
Must be well-organized, detail oriented and use time wisely.
Compensation & Benefits:
$18.00/hour base pay
Part-time schedule (30hrs) with no holidays - Occasional weekend
Comprehensive benefits package including:
Health, Dental,and Vision
403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
11 Paid Holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Second Chance Employer:
Neighborhood Health Association is a second-chance employer; however, full transparency is required. Applicants must disclose any background issues, including arrests, time served, probation, DUIs, or related matters—even if advised they may not appear on background checks. Failure to disclose may result in withdrawal of any job offer or termination of the hiring process.
NHA is a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.
About NHA:
Neighborhood Health Association (NHA), a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), is the largest community health center system in Northwest Ohio. Serving the community for over 50 years, we operate 12 locations throughout Lucas County, including adult medicine, pediatrics, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, lab services, senior centers, and healthcare for the homeless and women’s health populations. We proudly partner with ProMedica, Mercy Health, and the University of Toledo Medical Center.
Join Our Mission:
At NHA, every role is essential to ensuring that our patients receive safe, clean, and compassionate care. If you are dependable, take pride in your work, and want to contribute to a meaningful mission, we encourage you to apply.