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Fast-Track Dental Assistant Certification. Job in Mansfield Gr8Jobs
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A Dental Assistant assists dentists in caring for patient's teeth. Helps patients get ready for treatment; prepares equipment and supplies. May perform some dental procedures under the direction of a dentist, such as fluoride application, if allowed under state regulations. Works in dental offices.
$40,699 / year median in Texas
+29% projected growth
Job Description
Indigo Dental Staffing in Asheville, NC is offering a fast-track Dental Assistant certification opportunity for motivated individuals with no prior experience. In this intensive, structured program, you'll learn chairside assisting, instrument sterilization, infection control, digital radiography fundamentals, and front-desk basics while preparing for entry-level roles in regional dental practices. Training includes hands-on labs, mentorship, and career coaching, with potential placement support into temporary, permanent, or temp-to-perm dental assistant positions in a collaborative, patient-centered environment. Responsibilities Complete accelerated dental assistant training curriculum and skills labs Support chairside procedures under supervision of licensed dental professionals Learn and follow infection control, sterilization, and OSHA standards Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for patient care Practice accurate charting, documentation, and basic office workflows Deliver professional, patient-centered service in clinical simulations Collaborate with instructors, recruiters, and partner practices on placement Participate in mock interviews and career readiness coaching Demonstrate reliability, professionalism, and strong communication Transition into entry-level dental assistant roles upon certification Required Skills Chairside dental assisting Infection control and sterilization OSHA and HIPAA compliance basics Dental terminology Dental instrument handling and setup Digital radiography fundamentals Electronic health records basics Front desk scheduling and patient intake Professional communication and patient care Time management and reliability