Looking for a career that offers personal and professional growthAND makes a meaningful, positive difference in our Kaua'i community?
Ho`ōla Lāhui Hawai`i is a FQHC, non-profit community health organization serving families throughout the county of Kaua'i. We are seeking a full-time Dental Assistant for our Kapa'a dental clinic.
Under the supervision of Dental Director and Dental Assistant Manager, our Dental Assistant will assist in providing a full range of dental treatment, management of dental clinic operations, and participates in community dental projects on Kaua'i presented by Ho`ōla Lāhui Hawai`i.
Position description:
Maintains clean, sanitary dental operatory, laboratory, and x-ray processing area/equipment.
Responsible for knowledge of dental procedures.
Assist in dental referrals.
Provides chair-side assistance.
Create and maintain recording of client files and statistics.
Take and develop x-rays.
Refer clients to appropriate community or state resources, health agencies, social agencies, private and public health professionals and follow up to ensure services received.
Participates in dental health projects involving dental health education, demonstration, and promotion.
Maintain dental supply inventory and replenish as necessary.
Conduct oneself in a professional manner, maintaining patient confidentiality at all times.
Position requirements:
High school graduate or equivalent
Able to communicate clearly and professionally with others, prepare written reports and other necessary communications in a professional manner. Must treat all patients and fellow workers with due courtesy, respect and confidentiality.
Knowledge of basic dental procedures.
Proficient computer skills: Microsoft Office Suite required. Dentrix experience a PLUS!
Ability to work with a wide variety of providers, patients, and staff.
No previous dental assisting experience necessary - will train the right, positive, can-do person!
Cultural sensitivity to our many Hawai'i cultures is important.
Ho`ōla Lāhui Hawai`i is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employees of Ho`ōla Lāhui Hawai`i and applicants for employment shall be afforded equal opportunity in all aspects of employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, veteran's status, citizenship, national origin, ancestry, disability, sex, sexual orientation, arrest or court record, marital status, genetic information, gender identity or expressions, domestic or sexual violence victim status, or any other classification protected under state or federal law.
Excellent pay and benefits, including FREE HMSA PPO health + HDS Dental plans, 401(K) retirement plan with employer contribution, generous PTO/paid vacation.
Submit resume and cover letter to Human Resources Director via email.