Dental Assistant

King County, WA; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Dental Assistant at King County, WA, where you will support dental operations and provide quality care to a diverse patient population. This role involves assisting with dental procedures, maintaining patient records, and educating clients on oral health. Ideal candidates will have a Dental Assistant certification and a commitment to equity and social justice in healthcare.

Benefits

Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage

Generous vacation and paid sick leave

Flexible schedules and telecommuting options

Employee assistance programs

Qualifications

• Current registration as a dental assistant in Washington.
• Completion of a recognized Dental Assistant course program.
• Documentation of current BLS CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Act as a chairside assistant for various dental procedures.
• Take diagnostic quality radiographs and maintain patient files.
• Educate patients in oral hygiene and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Patient Education

Time Management

Education

Dental Assistant Course

Current Registration as Dental Assistant in Washington

BLS CPR Certification

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Summary

Are you a capable and committed dental assistant who understands common dental procedures, maintains focus, and keeps dental office operations running smoothly? If so, Public Health Dental is seeking two (2)

Summary

Are you a capable and committed dental assistant who understands common dental procedures, maintains focus, and keeps dental office operations running smoothly? If so, Public Health Dental is seeking two (2) Dental Assistants to join its dynamic team! Public Health dental assistants work to the full scope of their certification under the supervision of a Dentist or Dental Hygienist as well as the Dental Clinic Supervisor in a variety of dental restoration and prevention procedures and other related duties as required in a dental clinic and/or community health setting. Our dental clinics use Epic, Wisdom electronic dental clinics. Training in Epic Wisdom is provided for all clinical employees.

Background

Public Health Dental serves a diverse population of clients, both children and adults, from a wide range of economic, cultural and differently abled backgrounds. This includes seniors, pregnant or postpartum women, LGBTQIA+, clients experiencing homelessness and clients experiencing and recovering from substance abuse illness.

Note: This posting will create a list of qualified candidates that may be considered for selection of additional vacancies of the same position type over the next 6 months.

Commitment To Equity and Social Justice

Named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures.

The county government has a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all – in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from all communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts.

We recognize that structural racism consists of principles and practices that cause and justify an inequitable distribution of rights, opportunities, and experiences across racial groups. Since declaring Racism is a Public Health Crisis in June 2020, King County and Public Health committed to being intentionally anti-racist and accountable to Black, Indigenous and People of Color communities.

To learn more, please visit http://www.kingcounty.gov/elected/executive/equity-social-justice.aspx

Work Schedule

The typical work schedule for North Seattle Public Health Dental and Downtown Public Health Dental is Monday through Friday, from 8:00 am to 5:00pm. These positions are 1.0 FTE at 40 hours per week. These positions are subject to the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is overtime eligible.

Work Location

The primary work location for these positions will be based out of the North Seattle Public Health Dental Clinic located at 12359 lake City Way NE, Seattle, WA 98125. As business needs dictate, the incumbent may be asked to provide backfill assistance at any of our other dental clinic locations. Those locations include:

• Downtown Dental Clinic located at 2124 4th Ave Seattle, WA 98121.
• Columbia Dental Clinic located at 4400 37th Ave S. Seattle, WA 98118.
• Eastgate Dental Clinic located at 14350 SE Eastgate Way, Bellevue, WA 98007.
• Renton Dental Clinic located at 3201 NE 7th St. Renton, WA 98056.
  
  

Job Duties

• Act as a chairside assistant for restorative, oral surgery, endodontic, hygiene and other procedures as needed.
• Take diagnostic quality intra-oral and extra-oral radiographs.
• Provide child prophy's. Apply dental sealants in clinic and community settings. Apply topical preventative agents.
• Take and review patient medical and dental history and present relevant info to the dentist.
• Assist dentist with emergency procedures.
• Perform other duties as allowed by the Washington State Dental Practice Act 18.32.
• Educate patients in oral hygiene and anticipatory guidance health behaviors.
• Maintain patient flow. Responsible for accurate completion of encounter forms as per Dental Program Policies and Procedures and Medicaid billing guidelines.
• Accurately document medical record information under the direction of the dentist.
• Maintain patient files.
• Maintain operatories and dental spaces in good working order and ensure compliance with OSHA/WISHA requirements.
• Clean and sterilize dental instruments in accordance with State and Federal requirements.
• Perform routine dental equipment maintenance (clinical and portable) and process repairs.
• Maintain dental supply inventory and ordering.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

Our ideal candidate will demonstrate the following (Minimum):

• Current registration as a dental assistant in the state of Washington.
• Completion of a recognized Dental Assistant course program or equivalent experience.
• Documentation of current BLS CPR certification with AED training required at time of job offer. Online CPR/AED Heartsaver courses do not meet this requirement.
• Working knowledge of methods and techniques used in dental assisting.
• Working knowledge of terminology, materials, equipment and instruments used in dentistry.
• Working knowledge of dental radiograph techniques and principles.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain patient files and other records in accordance with practice guidelines and applicable regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage behavioral issues in a dental clinic setting.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with clients of diver social-economic and cultural backgrounds as well as the ability to work with clients for whom English is a second language.
• Experience working with both in-person and telephonic interpreters in a clinical setting.
  
  

The most competitive applicants will have the following experiences and qualifications (Desired):

• Experience in public/community health center or clinic setting.
• Experience with using Epic Wisdom electronic dental records.
• Applicants' bilingual in English and Spanish are highly desired.
  
  

Supplemental Information

Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.

Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.

Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

To Apply

If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.

Who May Apply

This full-time position is open to all qualified applicants.

Application Process

The following items are required to be considered for this vacancy:

• NeoGov Job Application (The responses on your job application should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
• Supplemental Questions (The responses to the supplemental questions should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
  
  

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the application. Cover letters and/or resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted.

Necessary Special Requirements

• The selection process may include evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions, interviewing, and testing. You must completely fill out the application with your relevant education and work experience.
• The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR.
• The selected candidate must be able to pass a thorough background investigation, but findings may not necessarily disqualify an applicant for employment.
• For more information on our selection process, please refer to www.kingcounty.gov/depts/health/jobs/hiring. For tips on interviewing, please visit https://www.kingcounty.gov/~/media/audience/employees/learning-and-development/Interview_Tips.ashx?la=en.
• Employees are required to protect the privacy and security of protected health information as defined in State and Federal Law.
• Public Health relies on office automation (Microsoft Office) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.
• Employees are required to adhere to OSHA/WISHA guidelines including but not limited to completing their mandatory trainings on time and obtaining required immunizations.
• Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all Public Health positions.
• When Public Health responds to an emergency, and in accordance with relevant CBA language and/or KC policy and procedures, we may assign duties outside your regular job description. This may involve responding at any time, including nights and weekends, with possible deployment to locations other than the department.
• If you need a disability accommodation in the application or testing process, please call the contact number listed on the job announcement.
  
  

Union Membership

These positions are represented by the Local 8 labor union.

Contact

For questions about this recruitment, please contact Salyse Duckworth, HR Analyst at [e-mail].

Benefits

King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what’s best for themselves and their eligible dependents
• Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
• Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
• Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
• 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
• Generous vacation and paid sick leave
• Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness programs
• Onsite activity centers
• Employee Giving Program
• Employee assistance programs
• Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
• Training and career development programs
  
  

For additional information about employee benefits, visit our Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement Page.

This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.

NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.

For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.

01

What are your preferred locations? Please check all that apply.

• Eastgate Dental Clinic located at 14350 SE Eastgate Way, Bellevue, WA 98007
• North Seattle Public Health Dental Clinic located at 12359 lake City Way NE, Seattle, WA 98125
• All of the above
  
  

02

Do you possess current registration as a Dental Assistant in the State of Washington?

• Yes
• No
  
  

03

Please indicate if you have completed a course of study from a recognized dental assistant program.

• Yes
• No
  
  

04

Do you have the ability to travel throughout King County in a timely manner with little advance notice?

• Yes
• No
  
  

05

Do you possess a current BLS CPR certification with AED training? (Online CPR/AED Heartsaver courses do not meet this requirement) (This is a requirement before start date)

• Yes
• No
  
  

06

Are you applying to this position as an eligible current or previous King County Employee Priority Placement Program Participant? AND Is this position the same or lower percentage of full-time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoff? AND Do you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position?

• Yes, I was given a layoff notice from my Career Service role at King County and I am within two years of the effective date of my layoff. Additionally, the position I was laid off from was the same or a higher percentage of FT status when compared to this one.
• No.
  
  

07

If you answered yes to the question above and you are applying for this position as a Priority Placement Participant, to be considered, you must provide the following three pieces of information in the space provided: 1. The title you held when you received your layoff notice 2. The department you worked in 3. The effective date of your layoff

• Required Question

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Government Administration

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