Dental Assistant Details

Dental Assistant

The Primary Health Network - New Castle, PA

Employment Type : Full-Time

The Network

The Primary Health Network is the largest Federally Qualified Healthcare Center (FQHC) in the state of Pennsylvania. We have been serving our communities for 36 years. We currently operate healthcare centers in 16 counties in the state of Pennsylvania and 1 in the state of Ohio. We offer primary care, behavioral health, specialty care (in select counties) and dental services across the state of Pennsylvania.

About Us

The mission of Primary Health Network is to provide quality primary care services and access to specialty care for the people in the communities we serve. We offer services regardless of age, race, creed, sex, national origin, or the ability to pay.

Position Overview

The Dental Assistant assist in the provision of primary and comprehensive dental care as a member of a team of health professionals. This individual performs as a chair side assistant with dental duties (priority) with approval by the supervisor(s). This individual also performs limited clerical duties.

Location and Hours of Position

The general office hours for this position is 8:30 AM-5:00 PM with some evening hours required. This position is located at our New Castle Dental Center, PA. Traveling to other PHN sites in the region will be required.

Education/Experience Requirements

• Graduate of an approved dental program/school
• Minimum of three (3) months working in a dental office (preferred)
• PA Certification in Radiology (or willingness to obtain)

Additional Job Qualifications/Skills

• Previous FQHC experience (preferred)
• Previous experience with Electronic Medical Records EMR(preferred)
• Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Computer proficiency (required)
• Flexible and Motivated within the workplace.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision (Employee and Family plans available, eligible after 60 days)
• Employer Paid Short Term disability
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• 8 Paid Holidays

Additional Benefits!

• College Savings Plan
• Fitness Center Membership Reimbursement
• ID Shield & Legal Shield
• Volunteer Time Off Program

Primary Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

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