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The HealthCare Connection

Dental Assistant

The HealthCare Connection, Mount Healthy, Ohio, United States

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The HealthCare Connection

Reporting to: Dental Practice Manager

Location: 1411 Compton Rd, Cincinnati, OH

About The HealthCare Connection

Founded in 1967, The HealthCare Connection was Ohio’s first Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). Our mission is to provide quality, culturally sensitive, and accessible primary healthcare services focusing on the medically underserved, underinsured, and uninsured. THCC is recognized as a Level 3 Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH).

We operate two primary care locations and six school‑based health centers, providing quality value‑based care for over 20,000 patients, including Dental Services.

Position Summary

Are you a dental professional passionate about providing high‑quality care to your community? We are seeking a Dental Assistant with a professional demeanor and exceptional customer‑service skills to join our Mt. Healthy and Lincoln Heights Health Center locations. This role supports dental operations and delivers a positive, comfortable patient experience.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare treatment rooms and patients for procedures

Provide chairside assistance to the dentist, dental hygienist, and/or EFDA

Record exam findings and maintain accurate documentation

Monitor sterilization cycles and follow infection‑control protocols

Maintain inventory of dental supplies and ensure clinical readiness

Support patient flow and clinic operations

Assist with various dental procedures as needed

Qualifications

High‑school diploma or GED (required)

Ohio Radiographer’s License (required)

Certification in Dental Assisting or equivalent on‑the‑job training

Current CPR certification (or ability to obtain)

Familiarity with dental and infection‑control standards

Excellent communication with diverse populations

Strong organizational skills and willingness to learn electronic dental record systems

Team‑oriented, flexible, and open to supervision

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Free Life & Short‑Term Disability Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match

Comprehensive Paid Time Off (PTO)

10 Paid Holidays

Equal Employment Opportunity / Drug‑Free Workplace

The HealthCare Connection is focused on creating a community that promotes dignity and respect for employees, patients, and other community members. THCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug‑Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, military status, or other characteristics protected by law and will not be discriminated against based on disability. THCC will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check and a drug screen.

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