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. This program offers on-the-job skills training and related technical instruction from the Dental Assistant Training Coordinator and other qualified staff. The curriculum is designed to prepare the apprentice to pass the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) Missouri Dental Assisting Skills (MDAS) exam and transition into a full-time DA role at Jordan Valley Health upon program completion.

• Program Length: 18-20 weeks
• Program Start Date: November 16, 2026
• Application Close Date: October 30, 2026
• Schedule: Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Employment Type: Full-Time, Eligible for Benefits
• Grant funds may be available to assist throughout the apprenticeship.

Key Responsibilities

• Attend all scheduled classes (Monday – Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
• Maintain an 80% average on all graded assignments
• Actively participate in hands-on training to achieve competency in required program skills (e.g., polishing, taking x-rays)
• 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 Health
• Comply with all Jordan Valley Health policies, procedures, and protocols
• 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

Benefits Overview

• Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage: Three plan options through UnitedHealthcare's Choice Plus network, with access to telemedicine services via Teladoc.
• Health Savings Account (HSA): Available for High Deductible Plan participants with employer contributions.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Options for healthcare and dependent care.
• 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 after 30 days of employment.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic Life and AD&D insurance provided at no cost, with optional additional coverage. Long-term and short-term disability insurance available.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support services.
• Additional Voluntary Benefits: Options for critical illness, accident, hospital care, and pet insurance through MetLife.
• Pay on Demand Available
• Nine paid holidays per year.

Health Requirements

• Proof of vaccination for Flu, Hepatitis B, and Tuberculosis (TB) is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred