Dental Assistant

City Junction City
State Kansas
Schedule Full-Time
Company Name Konza Prairie Community Health Center

Job Description

Want to make a real impact in your community?

Join our team as a Dental Assistant and play a vital role in enhancing patients' oral health and overall well-being. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality dental care within a collaborative and supportive environment. If you are passionate about oral healthcare and eager to contribute to a patient-centered practice, we encourage you to apply and grow with us.

Why Join Konza?

  • Mission-Driven Work - Provide care to all patients—regardless of ability to pay—while making a real impact in your community
  • Team-Based Care - Work alongside providers, nurses, and behavioral health teams in an integrated care model
  • Work-Life Balance - No nights or weekends + clinics close at 2:00 PM every Friday

 

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent; dental assisting certification preferred
  • Previous experience in a dental office or clinical setting is advantageous
  • Knowledge of dental procedures, instruments, and sterilization techniques
  • Proficiency in taking and processing dental X-rays
  • Strong communication and patient care skills
  • Ability to follow infection control protocols meticulously
  • Organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

Salary/Pay

Pay & Benefits

  • Starting pay: $17.51/hour, with higher starting rates available based on relevant education and experience
  • Up to 200 hours (5 weeks) of PTO per year
  • 9 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday
  • 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Employer-paid life insurance & short-term disability
  • Employee discounts on medical, dental, and pharmacy services

Closing Date

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