Compassionate Dental Assistant — Full-Time (Omak, WA)

Confederated Tribes Of The Colville Reservation; Omak (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The Confederated Tribes Of The Colville Reservation in Omak, WA, is seeking a Dental Assistant for their Colville Tribal Health Care Authority. The role supports dentists and staff to deliver high-quality patient care in a clean, organized dental environment.

Responsibilities include room preparation, assisting during procedures, patient education, and accurate record-keeping. Preference given to tribal members and veterans; bilingual skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Completion of an accredited Dental Assistant program preferred.
• Dental Assistant certification/registration or credentials as required by regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Prepare treatment rooms and dental instruments for patient procedures.
• Record patient medical and dental histories and vital signs.
• Take dental radiographs as permitted and document findings.
• Maintain infection control in treatment areas and sterilize instruments.

Skills

English language proficiency

Telephone etiquette

Patient interaction

Discretion & confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Accredited Dental Assistant program

Current Dental Assistant certification/registration

Tools

RPMS/EHR proficiency

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

The Confederated Tribes Of The Colville Reservation in Omak, WA, is seeking a Dental Assistant for their Colville Tribal Health Care Authority. The role supports dentists and staff to deliver high-quality patient care in a clean, organized dental environment.

Responsibilities include room preparation, assisting during procedures, patient education, and accurate record-keeping. Preference given to tribal members and veterans; bilingual skills are a plus.