Dental Assistant

At Clay Center Family Dental Care, our team is the foundation of the exceptional care we provide. Serving Clay Center and surrounding communities including Concordia, Manhattan, Junction City, Abilene, Washington, Beloit, and Jewell, our experienced staff deliver high-quality family, cosmetic, preventative, and restorative dental care in a professional, patient-focused environment.

Our team works together to provide personalized, gentle care, offering services such as tooth-colored fillings, crowns and bridges, implants, and dentures, while helping patients make informed decisions about their oral health.

Joining Clay Center Family Dental Care means becoming part of a collaborative, skilled team where your contributions are valued, your expertise can grow, and your work directly impacts patients’ smiles and confidence. With a culture centered on compassion, teamwork, and professional development, staff members have the tools and environment to thrive.

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Dental Assistants are an integral member of our team and helpfosterourclinically led culture.

From being the doctor’s right hand, to having the ability to connect with patients, and striving to provide the best patient experience, Dental Assistants are a key contributor to the success of our practice.

By joining our team, you will have:

• Work-Life Balance
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health and Vision Insurance
• Employer-Paid Dental Insurance, Life Insurance,  Membership & Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental Coverage (Disability, Critical Illness, Accident)
• Paid Scrub Allowance
• Career Growth and Development Opportunities

• Assistthe dentist during a variety of treatment procedures while helping patients feel comfortable
• Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment
• Take dental radiographs (x-rays)
• Manage infection controlbypreparingand sterilizing instruments and equipment
• Provide patients with follow-upinstructionsfollowing all dental treatment procedures
• Educate patients on appropriate oralhygiene strategies tomaintainoral health

• Dental Assistant Certificate where state regulations specify
• X-ray certification where state regulations specify

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This is a clinical working environment where potential exposure to hazardous waste and blood-borne pathogens is possible. Requires prolonged periods of standing, sitting, leaning, and bending up to 8 hours a day. Will berequiredto carry, transport, and use tools and equipment. Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.