Expanded Function Dental Assistant 6954
Company: Meridian Health Services
Location: Fort Wayne
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Text 6954 to 260-305-2465 to Quick Apply for this Expanded
Function Dental Assistant opportunity! Welcome Bonus $2,500! AND
Starting Pay of up to $29 an hour! Our Mission at Meridian Health
Services is to close the gap on access to Whole-Person Healthcare
by expanding locations and services so that all people in
underserved communities can get quality treatment. You can be a
part of our vision to be a leader in the integration of physical,
mental and social health to make a real difference in the lives of
others! You are the dynamic, passionate Expanded Function Dental
Assistant we are looking for. Your expertise and professionalism
are needed at our Dental Office located in Fort Wayne, IN to
provide expanded or extended duties, services, or capacities under
the supervision of a licensed dentist. Our commitment to whole
person healthcare and your desire to help change our communities
for the better will make us an amazing Team! This is a full-time
position working Monday through Friday 8am - 5:30pm. Travel, up to
10%, may be necessary for training. Expanded Function Dental
Assistant Key Responsibilities: Take and document patient health
history and alert dentist to identified health risks. Take and
record patient vital signs prior to exam. Perform oral procedures
in accordance with formal training and State licensure scope. Set
up operatory appropriately for intended exam and or treatment.
Provide chairside assistance for the hygienist or dentist as
directed. Skilled in four-handed dentistry technique. Provide
patient teaching as needed. Take xrays as directed by the hygienist
or dentist. Follow OSHA and Infection Control guidelines specific
to: Personal emergency treatment for blood or chemical in eyes
Instrument sterilization and storage Bio-hazard waste handling,
disposal and storage (including needles) Wearing appropriate person
protective gear during oral procedures Assist with maintaining
supply inventory. Assist with monitoring equipment functionality
for maintenance inter A member of the dental care team in
accordance with NNOHA and NCQA- Patient Centered Medical Home
Standards Participate in ongoing professional development training
(as assigned). Participated on content-specific committees or teams
(as assigned). Perform assigned duties that fall within your area
of practice (i.e. front office tasks). We value your Expanded
Function Dental Assistant experience and education: Successful
completion of an accredited dental assistant training program
Dental Radiographer license obtained within the first 6 months of
employment Must have Expanded Function Dental Assistant
certification Must have at least 2 yr. chairside experience
(possibly 1 yr. if externship done at MHS site). A valid driver's
license with a driving record meeting Meridian's driving policy,
reliable transportation, and proof of auto insurance Meridian
Health Services provides the following benefits for qualified
Dental Assistants: Unique Mission ? Innovative leader in integrated
care and whole person health Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
Opportunities for advancement Comprehensive Benefit Package 401k
with Company match Professional development funds for Licensure and
Continuing Education Personal Wellness and Financial Wellness
Programs Merit based compensation Drug screen, TB test, extensive
background check, and fingerprinting are required of all Meridian
employees. Meridian Health Services recommends that all individuals
who join Meridian have a flu shot and Covid vaccination to further
protect our staff and the patients we serve. We also adhere to
Covid-related protocol including wearing masks, social distancing,
and sanitizing. Meridian Health Services is an Equal Opportunity
Employer (M/F/D/V) and also participates in E-Verify.
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