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Visiting Nurse Association Health Group

Dental Assistant

Visiting Nurse Association Health Group, Trenton, New Jersey, United States

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Visiting Nurse Association of Central Jersey Community Health Center (VNACJ CHC), a federally qualified health center in Monmouth County, dedicated to offering accessible, high-quality healthcare to New Jersey residents. Our comprehensive services span preventive care, primary care, wellness support, mental health counseling, prenatal care, and more—all delivered in a compassionate, community-focused environment. With four locations serving families of all ages, we’re committed to providing care that meets the unique needs of each individual.

Position Summary We are looking for a motivated

part-time Dental Assistant

to join our team, serving patients across our

Monmouth County

locations in

Asbury Park, Red Bank, Keyport, and Freehold . As the float Dental Assistant, you will work as a team player to support dental care delivery by preparing treatment rooms, patients, instruments, and materials; assisting chairside during procedures; and ensuring care is delivered in compliance with the Dental Practice Act. You’ll help create a positive patient experience in a fast-paced setting where professionalism, adaptability, and teamwork truly matter.

Principal Responsibilities

Supports organization’s mission by striving for excellence in all aspects of their job with a focus on positive interpersonal relationship with co-workers

Assists the Dentists and Dental Practice Manager in developing, implementing and evaluating the operation strategies of the Dental Center

Provides assistance with patient care and dental health screenings in accordance with agency guidelines and regulatory requirements

Provides oral health instructions, Post operative instruction and education to patients as appropriate

Prepares documentation and provides administrative support to the Dental Center

Sterilization of instruments following FQHC/State DOH guidelines and maintain logs and records according to agency’s policy

Adheres to agency infection control and safety policies

Adheres to the organization’s policy in regards to absenteeism and appearance

Job Competencies & Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED

Registered Dental Assistant a plus, Certified Dental Assistant required

Valid NJ Radiology license

Ambulatory Sterilization Certification a plus (will be required by 1st work anniversary)

Strong computer skills

Excellent customer service and organizational skills

Valid NJ Driver’s license and Auto Insurance

Bilingual Spanish a plus

Working Conditions/Physical Demand Business Office Environment within a fast paced healthcare center with heavy customer service, phones and computer use; client/customer contact; sitting, fine motor hand movement, standing, walking, lifting 40 pounds, pushing, reaching, pulling

Specific Equipment Used x-ray machines, drills, dental instruments, decontamination and sterilization equipment.

Pay In compliance with New Jersey's Pay Transparency Act, the total compensation range for this position is USD $30,000.00 to USD $65,000.00. When determining an offer, VNA Health Group considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's work experience, education/training, relevant skills, internal pay equity, and market and organizational conditions. The total compensation range reflects the total package, including base salary, overtime, bonuses, add-on incentives, special clinical compensation, retirement plans, and all other benefits. For more details about our benefits, please visit our Careers page.

EEOC VNA Health Group provides 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 policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Seniority Level Entry Level

Employment Type Part-Time

Job Function Health Care Provider

Industry Hospitals and Health Care

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