Dental Assistant

HR Annie Consulting; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer subsidized medical, dental, &

Vision insurance

PTO

401k with matching after 1 year

Holiday pay

Job summary

A Kids Place Dentistry Too for Children in Seattle is seeking a Pediatric Dental Assistant to support the dentist chairside and educate families on oral health. You will help with treatments, patient comfort, and record-keeping in a friendly, kid-focused environment.

The role requires dental assisting experience or completion of an approved program, active BLS/WISHA familiarity preferred, and a WA Dental Assisting Registration.

Qualifications

• 1+ years’ experience in a Dental Assisting role OR successful completion of a dental assisting program with externship.
• Experience working with children, preferred
• Excellent communication skills to work effectively with patients, parents, and clinic staff
• Healthcare BLS and WISHA trainings, preferred
• Current, Washington State Dental Assisting Registration
• Ability to pass a pre-employment professional references check

Responsibilities

• As a Pediatric Dental Assistant you will work chairside with the doctor to promote good dental and general health through education and patient interaction.
• A typical day will consist of preparing the patient for dental hygiene, welcoming and seating patients, and draping as needed.
• Answer questions and provide parents or guardians with information about patients’ oral health, treatment, and hygiene.
• Communicate and work alongside dental staff to provide a high level of care.
• Complete and review patient charts, examine mouth health, apply sealants, take x-rays, and assist with preventive/restorative procedures.

Education

Dental assisting program with externship

Washington State Dental Assisting Registration

Job description

Key Details:

• Pay: $23 - 27/hour, Depending on experience
• Benefits: Employer subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance; PTO; and (after 1 year of employment) 401k with matching and holiday pay
• Location: 2617 California Ave SW Seattle, WA 98116
• Schedule: This is aFull Time, Monday-Thursdayrole with shifts starting between 6:30am – 8:30am, and ending between 2pm – 5pm, depending on the day

Who We Are:

At A Kids Place Dentistry Too for Children, we’re on a mission to change the myth of scary dentistry, one smile at a time! Serving families in Renton, we provide specialized pediatric dental care in a fun, welcoming environment designed to make every visit stress-free and enjoyable.

Our team combines advanced technology, like laser frenectomies and digital X-rays, with kid-friendly amenities such as video games and movies in treatment rooms. But what truly sets us apart is our parent-directed approach, where we partner with families to create personalized care plans that respect their values and ensure every child’s comfort.

We take pride in enriching each child’s dental experience with compassion, integrity, and kindness. Joining our team means becoming part of a practice that values collaboration, professional growth, and making a real difference in the lives of children and their families. If you’re passionate about creating healthy smiles and positive experiences, you’ll feel right at home here.

To learn more, check out our website: https://www.akidsplacedentistry.com/

Who You Are:

You’re more than a Dental Assistant; you’re a trusted partner in creating positive experiences for kids and their families. You bring warmth, patience, and a genuine love for working with children. You know how to make anxious patients feel at ease and parents feel supported. You thrive in a team environment, communicate clearly, and stay calm under pressure. Organization and attention to detail are second nature to you, and you’re always ready to learn and grow. Most importantly, you approach every day with compassion, integrity, and a smile, because you understand that the little things make a big difference in a child’s dental experience.

Other qualifications include:

• 1+ years’ experience in a Dental Assisting role OR successful completion of a dental assisting program with externship
• Experience working with children, preferred
• Excellent communication skills to work effectively with patients, parents, and clinic staff
• Healthcare BLS and WISHA trainings, preferred
• Current, Washington State Dental Assisting Registration
• Ability to pass a pre-employment professional references check

What You’ll Do:

As a Pediatric Dental Assistant you will work chairside with the doctor to promote good dental and general health through education and patient interaction.

A typical day will consist of:

• Prepare patient for dental hygiene by welcoming, soothing, seating and draping patient.
• Answer questions and provide parents, or guardians with information about patients’ oral health, treatment, and hygiene
• Communicate and work alongside dental staff to provide the patient with high level of care
• Completing and reviewing patient’s chart notes
• Examine patients’ mouth for oral health, OHI, and provide any combination of the following treatments as instructed and approved by the dentist:
• Perform visual exams
• Perform Prophies
• Perform 4-6 handed dentistry
• Assist all dental preventative and restorative procedures
• Take x-rays and intraoral photos
• Apply sealants
• Arrest dental decay by applying fluorides and other cavity-preventing agents
• Mix filling compounds
• Take impressions of teeth

A Kids Place Dentistry for Children is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive atmosphere for all employees.