Bilingual Dental Assistant - Pediatric Care Pro

Jobtome; West Richland (WA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health insurance

Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

Columbia Basin Pediatric Dentistry in Kennewick, WA is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dental providers and ensure patient comfort during visits. You will manage records, perform X-ray procedures, and help with infection control while contributing to a welcoming patient experience.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, BLS within 90 days, and potentially EFDA/D.A. certification. EPIC EMR experience is a plus. bilingual skills are valued.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
• Registration as a Surgical Technologist if assisting a Dentist in the operating room.
• Registered Dental Assistant or EFDA certification required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred at a level 10.

Responsibilities

• Maintain patient medical records, updating medical history and vital signs as needed.
• Conduct complete patient X-ray procedures and develop/store X-rays in the electronic dental record.
• Set up and record periodontal charting per Provider's instruction.
• Prepare and set up instruments and equipment for patient exams.
• Assist in infection control and cross-contamination prevention.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Manual dexterity

Patient interaction

Computer skills (EDR, Outlook, Word, X

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BLS certification

Registered Dental Assistant or EFDA certification

Surgical Technologist registration when assisting Dentist

Tools

EPIC EMR

Microsoft Office

Job description

Columbia Basin Pediatric Dentistry in Kennewick, WA is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dental providers and ensure patient comfort during visits. You will manage records, perform X-ray procedures, and help with infection control while contributing to a welcoming patient experience.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, BLS within 90 days, and potentially EFDA/D.A. certification. EPIC EMR experience is a plus. bilingual skills are valued.