Dental Assistant
4th Street
Dental Assistant
Part Time • 4th Street
Who We Are:
Since 1948, The Rescue Mission of Roanoke has been on the mission of “Helping Hurting People in Jesus’ Name.” The Mission nourishes the mind, body, and spirit, through dedicated team members and volunteers that extend the compassion of Christ to our neighbors in need.
We are a faith based, equal opportunity employer.
Are you seeking an opportunity to spread love, compassion, and smiles as you provide accessible, quality dental care? At the G. W. Fralin Free Clinic, a ministry of the Rescue Mission of Roanoke, operates under a volunteer Medical Director and numerous other volunteer healthcare providers.
The Dental Assistant serves to provide comprehensive dental care to adults and children from our local community and the unsheltered population that we service. Responsible for assisting the dentist(s) and dental hygienist(s) in the direct provision of primary care dental services in a free clinic setting. Responsible for sterilization, preparation and inventory control of dental instruments and supplies. Compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations; Clinic policies/procedures governing dental hygiene and the clinical provision of dental hygiene services as well as those relating to workplace safety, public health and confidentiality. Willingness to work as scheduled.
Reports to: Director of Healthcare Services
Hourly Rate: $15 - $16
Less than Part Time position with flexible scheduling options up to 8 hours per week
Clinic Hours 8:00 am – 5:00pm, Monday – Friday; weekends as needed
The Fralin Free Clinic is an active member of the Virginia Association of Free and Charitable Clinics and the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics. Additionally, we are proud to partner with the Virginia Health Care Foundation, a private-public partnership dedicated to increasing access to care for uninsured Virginians and those in underserved areas.
Our Team Members should exhibit the following:
- Possess a sincere love of Christ and maintain a Christian Walk that is evident of that love.
- Individuals must be willing to adhere to The Rescue Mission of Roanoke’s Code of Ethics.
- Demonstrates a genuine interest in the safety and well-being of our guests and team members.
- Understanding of volunteer engagement and ability to utilize and appreciate volunteers in daily tasks.
- Strong work ethic and commitment to work as scheduled to include holidays and weekends as assigned.
- Strong listening, as well as written & verbal communication skills to execute instructions, keep others informed and exhibit professionalism.
- Demonstrated attention to detail/strong organizational skills to assist with multiple daily assignments and special projects.
- Ambitious to exceed expectations.
Job Specific Qualifications:
- Valid Virginia Dental License in good standing
- Virginia X-Ray certification required
- Completion of accredited course in dental assisting preferred
- Current CPR (BLS) certificate
- Maintain own state required insurance coverage
- Experience in clerical setting, computer usage and office equipment
- Ability to exercise good judgement
- Exhibit critical thinking skills
- Ability to lead for engagement of residential and community volunteers
Career Summary:
Does this sound like you? Someone who is interested in providing supportive dental care while serving in a non-profit, faith-based organization with a flexible schedule consisting of up to 6 hours per week. Provide administrative support, inventory control/management, maintain confidentiality of patient information/circumstances, equipment management/sterilization, and assist the dentist and dental hygienist as instructed. Ministering to adults and children through dentistry practices in a loving, caring, respectful and professional manner.
All team members may be asked to complete other duties as assigned by the leadership/management with an expectation to complete these assignments as requested.
Physical demands essential to performing the job duties of this position (not an all-inclusive list).
Prolonged periods of considerable physical activity – more than 80%
Prolonged activity may include continuous standing, stooping, twisting, turning, pushing, pulling
Frequent use of tools, equipment related to job duties
Frequent exposure to chemicals used in relation to job duties
Moderate physical lifting, pushing, pulling objects up to 50 pounds
Temperatures may vary depending on activity/events; indoor/outdoor exposure
Noise levels may vary depending on activity/event and/or location
Consistently - Communicating with others to exchange information
Frequent - Moving around to accomplish a task
Frequent computer use; computer screen exposure
The Rescue Mission of Roanoke is a drug-free and tobacco-free workplace.
We look forward to reviewing your qualifications!
Since 1948, the Rescue Mission has continued a tradition of comprehensive care to those in crisis in our community. The homeless, the hungry, the chemically addicted, the impoverished and the hopeless have all found a warm welcome at the Rescue Mission.
Men, women and children have found a safe place and compassionate friends in their darkest moments. The Rescue Mission is open 24 hours/day and 365 days/year and provides food, clothing, shelter, an on-site clinic, Recovery Program, case management, and aftercare services. All people in crisis are served regardless of race, gender, creed, age, or ethnicity.
In addition, the Rescue Mission operates a Donation and Recycling Center, 2nd Helpings – Gallery and Shop, Thrift 460, and has an online store presence. All proceeds from sales benefit the programs of the Rescue Mission.
With the mission statement “helping hurting people in Jesus’ name,” the Rescue Mission of Roanoke nourishes the mind, body, and spirit, through dedicated staff and volunteers that extend the compassion of Christ to our neighbors in need.
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