CTHCA Lead Dental Assistant (TM-49481)

Paycom - ATS; Nespelem (WA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Colville Tribal Health Care Authority in Nespelem, WA seeks a Lead Dental Assistant to support a senior clinical team, perform X-rays, sterilize instruments, and assist in procedures, while mentoring staff and managing schedules.

This role also involves ordering inventory and ensuring delivery of culturally appropriate dental services to the communities served, with professional conduct and focus on patient care. Leadership experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Expanded Functions Dental Assistant certification.
• State dental assistant registration or permit.
• Two years experience as a basic Dental Assistant.
• One year in supervisory or leadership capacity.
• BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
• HIPAA certification within initial 90 days of employment.
• Ability to understand, speak, communicate and read English.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to lead teams and provide clear directions and feedback.
• Strong attention to detail and good organizational skills.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, sterilization processes, and equipment.
• Physical ability to perform demanding tasks.
• Commitment to safety and following health guidelines.
• Ability to communicate professionally.

Responsibilities

• Take X-rays, sterilize instruments, and assist in procedures.
• Administrative oversight and mentoring staff.
• Manage schedules and inventory.
• Lead four-handed dentistry under dentist direction.
• Deliver culturally appropriate dental services to communities.
• Maintain professional demeanor and meet patient needs.

Skills

Diploma or GED

Functions certification

State registration

Dental experience

Leadership experience

BLS within 90d

HIPAA compliance

English proficiency

Independent worker

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Sterilization knowledge

Physical ability

Safety compliance

Initiative

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Nespelem - Nespelem, WA 99155, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $30.88 - $37.62 Hourly, Closing Date: Open Until Filled, bi-weekly review

Position: Lead Dental Assistant

Salary: $30.88 - $37.62/hr

Reports To: Dental Director

Location: Nespelem, WA

Lead Dental Assistance performs as a senior clinical team member, combining expert patient care which includes but is not limited to: taking X-rays, sterilizing instruments, and assisting in procedures with administrative oversight, mentoring staff, managing schedules, and ordering inventory. Performs both basic and advanced chairside dental assisting under the direction of a dentist to support efficient dental team operations and enhance delivery of culturally appropriate dental services to the communities served. The Lead Dental Assistant will perform their job duties in a professional manner while assuring that all the needs of the patients are met with a pleasant demeanor.

Qualifications: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• High school diploma or GED
• Expanded Functions Dental Assistant certification—state-level or IHS-recognized course completion.
• State dental assistant registration or permit as applicable.
• Two (2) years experience as a basic Dental Assistant and the ability to perform four-handed dentistry.
• One (1) year of experience in a supervisory or leadership capacity.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA) within 90 days of hire and maintained throughout employment.
• HIPAA Certificate within initial 90 days of employment.
• Ability to understand, speak, communicate and read the English language.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to lead teams and provide clear and concise directions and feedback professionally.
• Strong attention to detail and good organizational skills.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, sterilization processes, and equipment.
• Physical ability to perform demanding tasks.
• Commitment to safety and following health guidelines.
• Ability to communicate professionally in written, verbal, and non-verbal format while portraying a friendly tone, word choice, and body language.
• Ability to take initiative and be proactive in the duties of the position in order to meet mandated deadlines and to comply with goals and objectives.

Note: Pursuant to Tribal Policy, if this position is safety sensitive it is subject to pre-employment drug testing. In addition, this position is subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident drug testing.

TRIBAL MEMBER AND INDIAN PREFERENCE WILL APPLY; PREFERENCE WILL ALSO BE GIVEN TO HONORABLY DISCHARGED VETERANS WHO ARE MINIMALLY QUALIFIED.

If required of this position, you must possess and maintain a valid Washington State driver’s license and be eligible for the Tribes’ Vehicle Insurance. In addition, this position may be subject to pre-employment background clearances. If applicable, these clearances must be maintained throughout employment.

INFORMATION: Terri Mail, HR Generalist, Colville Tribal Health Care Authority, Human Resources Office, P.O. Box 150, Nespelem, WA 99155, (509) [e-mail]