Dental Assistant (36434)

Commhealth; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading non-profit organization in Tacoma is seeking a Dental Assistant to join their team. The role involves patient registration, assisting in dental procedures, and operating x-ray machines. The organization offers a competitive benefits package and a sign-on bonus of $1,500. Join us in providing quality healthcare to underserved patients.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Paid Vacation

Sick Leave

12 Paid Holidays

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Continuing Education

Employee Assistance Program

$1,500 Sign-on Bonus

Qualifications

• Washington State Dental Assistant License required.
• At least 1 year of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Register and log patients, initiate dental records.
• Perform cleaning, sterilizing, and assist in various dental procedures.
• Operate x-ray machines and take dental x-rays.

Skills

Patient Registration

Dental Procedures

X-Ray Operation

Education

Dental Assistant Program

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Community Health Care - Hilltop Regional Health Center - Tacoma, WA

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: Accredited, state approved program

Salary Range: $22.87 - $32.66 Hourly

Job Shift: Four days a week - 10 hour shifts

Description

Community Health Care is a leading non-profit organization that offers quality health care to underserved patients in Pierce County. We provide comprehensive family practice care, including medical, dental, pharmacy, and behavioral health services across seven clinics. We are committed to continuously improving our service to our patients and community.

We invite you to join us in our mission to provide the highest quality healthcare with compassionate and accessible service for all.

We offer a competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, 12 Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Continuing Education, Employee Assistance Program, and more!

We are seeking a Dental Assistant to join our clinics. Dental Assistants register and log patients appropriately, initiate dental records, and resource information. They perform various procedures including but not limited to cleaning, sterilizing, placing temporary fillings, and temporary crowns. They act as a Chairside Assistant, operate suction equipment, and sterilize dental instruments. They also operate x-ray machines, taking bitewing and periapical x-rays. Additional duties may be assigned. Our dental clinics provide preventive and restorative services for all ages, focusing on early screening and sealants for school-age children.

We offer a $1,500 Sign-on Bonus for this position.

Qualifications

Washington State Dental Assistant License plus graduation from a Dental Assistant Program or on-the-job training with at least 1 year of experience. We encourage applicants with a relevant combination of education and experience to apply.