Dental Assistant

We are working together to achieve excellent health. Come join us! The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation is a Tribal health care organization, serving nearly 30,000 people living across rural, southwest Alaska in villages with populations from about 10 to more than 1,000. Bethel, the regional hub and location of the only hospital in the region, has a population of nearly 7,000. The Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta is home to thousands of lakes and two primary rivers—the Kuskokwim and Yukon.

We offer a broad range of employment opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the health of people in the region.

Perform the normal duties of a Dental Assistant in a dental clinic setting. Help in maintaining an efficiently operating Dental Clinic. This job involves a high degree of patient interaction.

High school diploma or equivalent. Prefer completion of DA Apprenticeship showing competencies in all phases of dental assisting as determined by the Dental Assistant Trainer; or have documented training of comparable level. Current BLS, CPR and dental radiology certification within 2 months of hire date. Dental equipment and instruments. Dental anatomy, basic dental instrumentation, basic dental assisting and customer service skills.

• Generous PTO – beginning at 4.5 weeks
• Eleven paid holidays
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement plans
• Employee Wellness Center

22.04

Regular Time

Full time

40

No

Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an Affirmitive Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other basis protected by law.

Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly. Under P.L. 93-638, preference is given to Alaska Native/American Indian applicants.

For more information, please contact the YKHC Recruitment Department at YKHCRecruitment

Join YKHC, a Tribal Health Organization serving 58 tribes in southwest Alaska. We offer comprehensive healthcare, from community clinics to a regional hospital, dental, behavioral health, and more. Come be part of our team!