Dental Assistant
Job Description
Dental Assistant, Registered - Pediatric Dentistry
About the Role
Join a dental practice built on excellent patient care, strong teamwork, and a culture that supports every member of the team. This role is central to the patient experience, and thrives on collaboration with doctors and staff to deliver a consistently positive visit for every patient.
Responsibilities
Greet and support patients and families before, during, and after appointments
Take and process dental radiographs, impressions, and intraoral photos
Prepare and sterilize the treatment room and equipment
Provide chairside assistance during treatment procedures
Document dental care services by charting patient records
Qualifications
Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) with valid registration
6+ months of experience as a dental assistant
CPR or BLS certification
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Organized with strong knowledge of dentistry and dental terminology
What We Offer
Competitive compensation
Modern facilities and advanced technology
Mentorship and career growth opportunities
A diverse patient base and meaningful clinical work
Benefits
Collaborate with healthcare professionals • Radiologic imaging equipment operation • CPR Certification • Customer communication • Dental office • Preparing dental treatment areas • Medical procedure assistance • BLS Certification • Greeting customers • Assisting with diagnostic tests and procedures • Greeting dental patients • Assisting medical staff • Intraoral cameras • Preparing medical treatment area • Dental sterilization procedures • Dental terminology • Emotional support for patients • Registered Dental Assistant • Dental impressions • Pediatrics • Dental equipment • Patient charting • Pediatric dentistry • Managing patient records • Opportunities for advancement • Communication skills • Entry level • Under 1 year • Patient family support
Job Details
- Typical pay (not posted by this employer)
- Typical pay for Dental Assistant in Washington: $22–$27 an hour
- The middle half of 119 job posts in Washington that listed pay in the last year, based on the lower figure of each posted range; yearly pay divided by 2,000 hours. Ask the employer what this role pays.
- Specialty
- Dental Assistant
- Posted
- October 23, 2026
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