Dental Assistant: Chairside Hero & Patient Support

Health West Inc; Pocatello (ID); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Health West Inc. in Pocatello, Idaho is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists during treatments, prepare materials, and take x-rays.

The role involves infection control, inventory management, and occasional front office duties to ensure smooth daily operations. The ideal candidate will be a high school graduate (GED accepted) with dental assistant experience or training, capable of effectively communicating in English and Spanish, and able to interact empathetically with patients and

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED.
• Dental assistant training preferred.
• Knowledge of dental health education subjects.
• Ability to complete forms accurately and neatly.
• Calm disposition and ability to work with people.
• Willingness to participate in community events.
• English and Spanish communication preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and escort to operatory.
• Assist the dentist at chair side and during treatment.
• Prepare materials and equipment for treatment.
• Take x-rays and assist in dental laboratory work.
• Maintain sterile, clean clinical environment and infection control.
• Review health history and complete forms with signatures.
• Assist in front office tasks if needed and coordinate supplies.
• Stock operatories and manage clinical inventory.
• Communicate with purchasing and vendors for timely orders.

Education

High school graduate or GED

Dental assistant training (preferred)

Bilingual English/Spanish (preferred)

Calm disposition

Empathy and patient communication

Job description

Health West Inc. in Pocatello, Idaho is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists during treatments, prepare materials, and take x-rays.

The role involves infection control, inventory management, and occasional front office duties to ensure smooth daily operations. The ideal candidate will be a high school graduate (GED accepted) with dental assistant experience or training, capable of effectively communicating in English and Spanish, and able to interact empathetically with patients and