About this role
At Capital Area Health Network, we are committed to more than just providing healthcare—we are dedicated to transforming lives through compassion, excellence, and purpose-driven service. As a valued member of our mission-focused medical team, you'll be part of a culture that fosters our CAHN Cares:
Compassion —We treat every person with dignity and fairness, embracing all and ensuring no one is alienated or discriminated against.
Accountability —We safeguard the confidentiality of our patients and staff and are transparent in reporting to stakeholders and the community.
Reverence —We answer a higher call to serve, uplift those in need, and create a community rooted in mutual respect and shared humanity.
Excellence —We are committed to continuous learning and professional development, ensuring the delivery of culturally responsive, high-quality care.
Stewardship —We responsibly manage our resources to benefit both the organization and the community we serve.
We offer comprehensive primary care , dental services , and behavioral health support to our patients, ensuring every individual receives the quality care they deserve, regardless of background or circumstance.
Our mission is clear: To deliver effective, accessible, and culturally responsive care, education, and advocacy that promote health and quality of life.
Discover a place where your work makes a difference. Discover Capital Area Health Network.
JOB SUMMARY
The Dental Assistant provides quality care and services to patients by directly assisting dentists and other dental team members in a variety of patient care, office, and laboratory duties. Ensure all patients enjoy a positive experience and are treated with care and compassion.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Assist the dentist chair-side by organizing and preparing instruments for the dentists use and assisting as needed during procedures.
- Take clinically acceptable X-rays as requested by the dentist. Manage digital radiographs
- Prepare and maintain dental instruments, materials, and equipment
- Collect and record patient health histories (dental and medical), and record information for the dentists reference before examination
- Advise patients in dental care instructions following procedures
- Follow through with post-visit duties
- Demonstrate knowledge of dental procedures, clinic infection control procedures, cleaning and sterilization of instruments, tray setup, and materials
- Stay up to date on OSHA and HIPAA guidelines
- Communicate effectively with all office staff and patients
- Interact positively with a diverse patient population
- Demonstrate knowledge of skills necessary to meet the patients physical and educational, and safety needs
- Perform other duties as assigned
Schedule:
Monday & Tuesday (Part Time) 10 AM- 7 PM with potential extended hours.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Preferred experience and proficiency in Dentrix
- Demonstrate success in computer skills, including the ability to use a computer for scheduling, Word documents, and reasonable keyboard skills
- Ability to keep all patient information strictly confidential
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to handle multiple tasks in a stressful environment
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, ABILITIES, AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS
Basic office skills: typing, faxing, scanning, and telephone etiquette
DANB Certification preferred
CPR Certification required
Radiation safety certification
BENEFITS
Your Benefits at Capital Area Health Network (CAHN):
We value our team, and it shows in our benefits. As a CAHN employee, youll enjoy:
Health Coverage
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Secondary Gap Insurance
Prescription Drug Plan
Supplemental Policies through Colonial Life
Financial Security
Short-Term Disability
401(k) Retirement Plan with up to 3% Company Match
Employer-Sponsored Short-Term Disability
Employer Paid Life and AD&D
Work-Life Balance
Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrued as of Day 1
Self-Care Floating Holidays
8.5 Paid Holidays
Additional Support
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Were committed to supporting your well-being, at work and beyond.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, the employee must be able to perform each essential function, as well as meet the physical and mental requirements, satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
DISCLAIMER
This position carries a high risk of exposure to infectious agents, including HIV, hepatitis, and TB. The above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions, subject to reasonable accommodations. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related instructions, as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
This position carries a high risk of exposure to infectious agents, including HIV, hepatitis, and TB. The above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions, subject to reasonable accommodations. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related instructions, as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Radiation safety certification
- DANB Certification preferred
- Or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Demonstrate success in computer skills including ability to use computer for scheduling, word documents and reasonable keyboard skills
- Ability to keep all patient information strictly confidential
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to be pleasant, courteous, punctual and efficient
- Ability to handle multiple tasks in a stressful environment