Dental Assistant

About us:

We are a sole doctor-owned, private practice with a proven reputation for providing top quality dental care to the Tri-Cities. You will work alongside compassionate and experienced dentists who have dedicated their careers to serving and improving oral healthcare in our local community.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a skilled Dental Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will assist the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures and help provide quality patient care.

Duties:

• Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations and procedures

• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment

• Assist the dentist during dental procedures

• Take digital x-rays

• Educate patients on oral hygiene and postoperative care

• Maintain accurate patient records

Requirements:

• Knowledge of infection control protocols

• Familiarity with general dentistry procedures

• Understanding of dental terminology

• Proficiency in aseptic techniques

• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations

• Experience with four-handed dentistry techniques

-Licensed as a Registered Dental Assistant in Washington State

• Proficiency in PracticeWorks software is a plus

-Familiarity with perio, endo, ortho, surgery and implants is a plus

Join our team to enhance your skills, work in a supportive environment, and contribute to improving patients' oral health!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid orientation
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Prescription drug insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Private practice • Direct patient care • Dental office • HIPAA compliance • Surgery • Dental care patient counseling • Preparing dental treatment areas • Oral surgery assistance experience • Practice management software • HIPAA • Assisting with diagnostic tests and procedures • Full-time • Mid-level • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Health insurance • Preparing medical treatment area • Dental insurance • Dental terminology • Disinfection procedures • Paid time off • Healthcare privacy protection • Registered Dental Assistant • Dental implants • Dental x-ray • US work authorization • Health record tracking • Dental equipment • Four handed dentistry • Vision insurance • In-person • Employee discount • Paid orientation • Medical post-procedure instructions • Patient education • Managing patient records • Opportunities for advancement • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling • Prescription drug insurance • Paid sick time