Dental Assistant: Chairside, Lab & Admin Support

Swinomish; Washington; On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Swinomish dental team is seeking a dental assistant to support the dentist chair-side, in the laboratory, and in the back office, performing a mix of clerical, clinical, administrative, and training duties. The assistant reports to the Supervising Dental Assistant and must be registered in the state of WA.

Minimum qualifications include CPR (BLS), WA DA Registration, and knowledge of modern dentistry, relevant laws, and patient care.

Qualifications

• Current CPR (BLS) certifications.
• Active/Current WA DA Registration.
• Thorough knowledge of modern dentistry principles and practices and prevention of dental diseases.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws pertaining to dentistry and to public dental health.
• Skill in the performance of dental treatments.
• Skills in communicating effectively both orally and in writing.
• Skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other tribal employees, dental clinic clients, and the general public.
• Commitment to providing culturally appropriate services.

Skills

CPR (BLS) certification

Communication skills

Dental procedures knowledge

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Job description

The Swinomish dental team is seeking a dental assistant to support the dentist chair-side, in the laboratory, and in the back office, performing a mix of clerical, clinical, administrative, and training duties. The assistant reports to the Supervising Dental Assistant and must be registered in the state of WA.

Minimum qualifications include CPR (BLS), WA DA Registration, and knowledge of modern dentistry, relevant laws, and patient care.