Dental Assistant 2 Mid Level

Swinomish Indian Tribal Community; La Conner (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Life insurance

Flexible spending account

Job summary

Swinomish Indian Tribal Community invites applications for a Dental Assistant 2 (DA2) to support a high-volume, 16-chair clinic. The DA2 operates self-sufficiently across general dentistry procedures, ensuring patient readiness and high-quality radiographs, efficiency, and patient education.

The role emphasizes infection control, operative setup, and mentoring entry-level DA1 staff, within a culturally respectful care environment. Requires WA DA registration, CPR, and clinical proficiency.

Qualifications

• Proven self-sufficient performance of most state-approved DA functions.
• Requires little to no direction for patient related routine and administrative tasks.
• Knowledgeable of general clinic flow and able to assume operational tasks with minimal training.
• Demonstrates proficiency in advanced dental assisting and preventative procedures.
• Skills in communicating oral health information effectively, both verbally and written.
• Commitment to providing culturally appropriate services.

Responsibilities

• Chairside assisting during dental procedures.
• Infection control, sterilization, and equipment maintenance.
• Patient education and post-treatment instructions.
• Operatory setup and breakdown.
• Compliance with OSHA and clinic protocols.
• Participate in community outreach and preventative service events.
• DA2-Primary Responsibilities: assists self-sufficiently in all general dentistry procedures.
• Captures diagnostic-quality digital radiographs.
• Performs preventative treatments confidently in two-handed dentistry.
• Takes quality impressions (traditional/digital).
• Fabricates temporary crowns and bridges.

Skills

DA functions

Two-handed dentistry

Digital radiographs

Infection control

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

WA DA Registration

CPR (BLS) certification

CDC immunization recommendations

Tools

Electronic Dental Records

Digital imaging

Impressions (traditional/digital)

Job description

JOB TITLE:

Dental Assistant 2 Mid Level

DEPARTMENT:

Dental

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Dental Assistant 2 (DA2) is a mid-level assistant who independently performs most state-approved dental assisting functions and supports providers during routine and complex procedures. A DA2 is self-sufficient in assisting all provider types (hygienists, dental therapists and dentists) through majority of procedures while providing a high-level of patient care. This role contributes to the clinical efficiency of a high volume, 16 chair, modern & innovative clinic and supports training of DA1 entry-level assistants.

JOB DUTIES:

• Chairside assisting during dental procedures
• Infection control, sterilization, and equipment maintenance
• Patient education and post-treatment instructions
• Operatory setup and breakdown
• Compliance with OSHA and clinic protocols
• Participate in community outreach and preventative service events
• DA2-Primary Responsibilities
  • - Assists self-sufficiently in all general dentistry procedures
  • - Performs all DA1 Responsibilities proficiently and efficiently
  • - Reviews provider schedules and ensure patient readiness (i.e. PMP checks)
  • - Captures diagnostic-quality digital radiographs
  • -Performs preventative treatments confidently in two-handed dentistry
• Complete supportive laboratory procedures (models, trays, guards, bleaching trays)
  • - Takes quality impressions (traditional/digital)
  • - Fabricates temporary crowns and bridges
• Responsible for an assigned monthly operation task (minimum of one task)
• Supports DA1 entry-level staff and provides informal mentorship
• Assists with demonstrating and training of new dental procedures

Minimum Qualifications

• Proven self-sufficient performance of most state-approved DA functions.
• Requires little to no direction for patient related routine and administrative tasks.
• Knowledgeable of general clinic flow and able to assume operational tasks with minimal training.
• Demonstrates proficiency in foundational skills and mastery of main DA competencies (diagnostic records, temporary crown/bridge, two handed preventative treatments)
• Able to provide examples of leading operational tasks within a dental or healthcare setting
• 3+ years of experience or equivalent.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated proficiency in advanced dental assisting and preventative procedures
• Demonstrates proficiency in dental technology (Electronic Dental Records, digital imaging and impressions, CBCT, new equipment such as SOLEA)
• Knowledgeable of Modern Dentistry Principle and Practices and prevention of dental disease.
• Skills in communicating oral health information effectively, both verbally and written.
• Knowledgeable in infection control protocols and ability to lead by example in best practices.
• Commitment to providing culturally appropriate services.
• Excellent chairside manner that promotes a safe, effective, culturally conscientious environment for patients and staff.
• Strengths in listening, teamwork, thoroughness and interest in self-development.
• Demonstrates team player with dedication to excellence and personal integrity manifested in a positive and credible image.

License and Certificate Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED. or equivalent.
• Active/Current WA DA Registration upon hire.
• Current CPR (BLS) certification.
• Current immunization record with most recent immunizations recommended by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Immunization of Health-Care Personnel: Recommendations of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP).

Work Environment and Time Commitment

• Work 40 hours per week
• Perform tasks indoors or outdoors with/without long periods of standing and/or sitting
• Able to lift up to ~20 pounds
• Demonstrate the ability to work and engage as a team and with other Swinomish departments

BENEFITS:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

POLICIES AND INSTRUCTIONS

The Tribe complies with the Tribal Preference policy outlined in the Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance (TERO), STC Title 14, Chapter 1, Subsection 14.01.120(A)(2) of the Swinomish Tribal Code.

1. The Tribe strives for a drug-free workplace environment. Drug and alcohol screening at time of hire is mandatory in sensitive and hazardous positions and where required by the job announcement/description or positions working with Tribal youth.
2. Read the job announcement and position description carefully.
3. Complete all requested information on the application. Do not write "see resume."
4. Read the information in the signature area carefully, then sign and date the application.