Dental Assistant Apprentice

About the role

The Dental Assistant (DA) Apprentice will participate in Jordan Valley Health’s Department of Labor Registered DA Apprentice Program, receiving on-the-job skills training and related technical instruction from the Dental Assistant Training Coordinator and other appropriately qualified Jordan Valley Health staff.

Responsibilities

• Attend all scheduled classes Monday – Thursday 7:30am to 5:00pm
• Maintain an 80% average on all graded assignments
• Actively participate in hands-on training to achieve competency in required program skills (such as polishing, taking xrays, etc.)
• Actively participate in shadow and externship rotations at various Jordan Valley clinics and locations
• Demonstrate professionalism in all aspects of job performance
• Demonstrate a commitment to the mission, vision and values of Jordan Valley in all aspects of job performance
• Promote the education and development of students, interns, residents, apprentices, and other new staff by sharing expertise, responding to questions, and fostering a positive and supportive learning environment
• Promote the education and development of students, interns, residents, apprentices, and other new staff by sharing expertise, responding to questions, and fostering a positive and supportive learning environment
• All other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred

Benefits

• Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage: Three comprehensive plan options (Buy-up, Base, and High Deductible) through UnitedHealthcare's Choice Plus network, covering various deductibles and out-of-pocket limits. Includes access to telemedicine services via Teladoc.
• Health Savings Account (HSA): Available for employees in the High Deductible Plan with employer contributions and tax advantages.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Options for both healthcare and dependent care FSAs, allowing pre-tax contributions for qualified expenses.
• Dental and Vision Coverage: Dental insurance through Cigna’s DPPO network and vision coverage through EyeMed’s Insight network.
• Retirement Plan: Pre-tax and Roth 403(b) retirement plans with a 5% employer match starting after 30 days of employment.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic Life and AD&D insurance provided at no cost, with the option to purchase additional coverage. Long-term and short-term disability insurance are also available.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free confidential support for personal and professional challenges, including counseling and crisis intervention.
• Additional Voluntary Benefits: Options for critical illness, accident, hospital care, and pet insurance through MetLife.
• Pay on Demand
• Nine paid holidays per year

Health Requirements

All employees are required to provide proof of vaccination for Flu, Hepatitis B and Tuberculosis (TB) as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace.