full-time 21 days ago
Dental Assistant Apprentice
One Community Health (Oregon)
1010 Webber Street, The Dalles, OR 97058
20.00 - 20.75/hr
About the Practice
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Job Description
Kickstart Your Dental Career with One Community Health!
Looking to start a meaningful career in the dental field? Join One Community Health (OCH) as a Dental Assistant Apprentice and take the first step toward a rewarding future- all while getting paid to learn!
At OCH, we’re more than just a clinic. We’re a community. Every day is an opportunity to grow, make a difference, and be part of something bigger. As a Dental Assistant Apprentice, you’ll gain hands-on experience while supporting our mission to provide healthcare to all. We have opportunities in both Hood River and The Dalles, Oregon clinic locations.
What You’ll Learn & Do:
Assist with patient intake, vital signs, and medical history
Provide patient education and support around treatment and follow-up care
Gain exposure to real clinical settings and learn key dental assisting skills
Why Choose OCH?
Earn while you learn — starting at $20/hour
Free program — all training and exam costs are covered
Path to certification — during the program, you'll take the Radiology Health and Safety Exam (RHS)
Apprenticeship Benefits & Details:
12–14-month program
297 hours of online classroom learning
2000 hours on-the-job skills training
Radiology Health and Safety Exam (RHS)
No healthcare experience required
Opportunity at our clinics in Hood River and The Dalles, Oregon
Minimum Qualifications:
18 years of age or older
Proof of High School Diploma or GED.
Copy of Diploma, GED certificate or original/official transcript mailed in a sealed envelope from the school from an institution recognized in the U.S education system.
If High School is outside of the U.S or Canada:
Copy of high school or postsecondary diploma/transcript with graduation date.
Copy of document translated into English.
Original/official equivalency report in a sealed enveloped from the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the American Association of Collegiate registrars and Admissions Officers. DANB will return all original documents.
Preferred Qualifications:
Fluent Bilingual- English & Spanish
Benefits & Perks:
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Life, Long-Term Disability, Accident, & Critical Illness Insurance
Empower Retirement 401k
200 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) annually
Plus 6 paid holidays!
Compensation:
Hourly/Non-Exempt: $20.00-20.75 per hour
Bilingual Differential: Additionally, we offer $0.75 per hour as compensation for bilingual proficiency in both English and Spanish.
Accepting applications until October 23, 2026.
Looking to start a meaningful career in the dental field? Join One Community Health (OCH) as a Dental Assistant Apprentice and take the first step toward a rewarding future- all while getting paid to learn!
At OCH, we’re more than just a clinic. We’re a community. Every day is an opportunity to grow, make a difference, and be part of something bigger. As a Dental Assistant Apprentice, you’ll gain hands-on experience while supporting our mission to provide healthcare to all. We have opportunities in both Hood River and The Dalles, Oregon clinic locations.
What You’ll Learn & Do:
Assist with patient intake, vital signs, and medical history
Provide patient education and support around treatment and follow-up care
Gain exposure to real clinical settings and learn key dental assisting skills
Why Choose OCH?
Earn while you learn — starting at $20/hour
Free program — all training and exam costs are covered
Path to certification — during the program, you'll take the Radiology Health and Safety Exam (RHS)
Apprenticeship Benefits & Details:
12–14-month program
297 hours of online classroom learning
2000 hours on-the-job skills training
Radiology Health and Safety Exam (RHS)
No healthcare experience required
Opportunity at our clinics in Hood River and The Dalles, Oregon
Minimum Qualifications:
18 years of age or older
Proof of High School Diploma or GED.
Copy of Diploma, GED certificate or original/official transcript mailed in a sealed envelope from the school from an institution recognized in the U.S education system.
If High School is outside of the U.S or Canada:
Copy of high school or postsecondary diploma/transcript with graduation date.
Copy of document translated into English.
Original/official equivalency report in a sealed enveloped from the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the American Association of Collegiate registrars and Admissions Officers. DANB will return all original documents.
Preferred Qualifications:
Fluent Bilingual- English & Spanish
Benefits & Perks:
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Life, Long-Term Disability, Accident, & Critical Illness Insurance
Empower Retirement 401k
200 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) annually
Plus 6 paid holidays!
Compensation:
Hourly/Non-Exempt: $20.00-20.75 per hour
Bilingual Differential: Additionally, we offer $0.75 per hour as compensation for bilingual proficiency in both English and Spanish.
Accepting applications until October 23, 2026.
About One Community Health (Oregon)
One Community Health is a primary health care center that provides patient-centered care for the community. With a focus on holistic healthcare, they offer services ranging from behavioral health to dental care, catering to diverse patient needs.