Dental Assistant Apprentice

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HHM is excited to expand our Apprenticeship Program with a Dental Assistant (DA) Apprentice! If you are looking to start your career in healthcare, get hands on training from experts and earn $$ while you learn, apply now through August 7, 2026. Applicants will be interviewed August 10 - 14. Final candidates will be selected by August 14.

What is the HHM Apprenticeship Program?

In partnership with the Texas Association of Community Health Centers (TACHC) and Career Step, HHM launched the HHM Apprenticeship Program in the Fall of 2025. This program, provides individuals looking to begin their career in healthcare with a structured path to acquire skills and knowledge through a combination of on-the-job training, mentorship from an internal preceptor and virtual classroom instruction, ultimately leading to professional certifications.

Upon completing the Dental Assistant program, apprentices will become certified Dental Assistants and be prepared to transition into future opportunities at HHM.

Who is eligible?

To be considered for the Dental Assistant Apprenticeship Program, you need to have the following:

• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Have the ability to work and learn on a full-time basis, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5 pm (1 hour lunch).
• Basic knowledge of dental terminology and healthcare environment experience a plus but not required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced clinical setting.
• Ability to work in the N. Dallas and Mesquite areas.
• Ability to commit to continue employment with HHM for a minimum of two (2) years after completing the Apprenticeship Program.

What you will learn:

• How to assist dental providers with patient preparation and dental procedures.
• Take and record vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
• Manage patient check-in and check-out processes, including scheduling and documentation.
• Maintain and organize patient medical records and ensure confidentiality.
• Support infection control and safety protocols within the clinical environment.
• Communicate effectively with patients to provide instructions and answer basic questions.
• Learn and adhere to healthcare regulations and compliance standards.

Equal Opportunity Employer

HHM Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. HHM Health hires and promotes based solely on the qualifications of the individual and the essential functions of the job being filled.

No third-party recruiters please