Dental Assistant: Flexible Schedule & Comprehensive Benefits

Tri--cities-Community-Healt; Pasco (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Tri-Cities Community Health (TCCH) is seeking a Dental Assistant to provide chairside support, perform x-rays, and assist with patient care at our Pasco, WA site. The role emphasizes delivering high-quality care within a team-focused dental department and contributing to a welcoming patient experience.

The position requires Washington state Dental Assisting Registration, CPR/First Aid/AED within three months, and ideally one year of experience.

Qualifications

• Current Dental Assisting Registration certification from the State of Washington required
• Must have or obtain current CPR, First Aid, and AED certification within three (3) months or hire
• Minimum one (1) year of dental assisting experience preferred
• Working knowledge of current dental terminology, equipment, and procedures relating to dentistry required

Responsibilities

• Assist in all aspects of dental exams and procedures under the supervision of dentist or Director of Dentistry
• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of dental instruments, techniques, and procedures
• Perform patient care activities in accordance with policies and procedures
• Perform x-rays and impressions
• Upkeep all areas of the Dental Department to always ensure high level of cleanliness
• Obtain clinical privileges if applicable
• Assist with dental outreach program as directed
• Follow the organization’s exposure control plans and bloodborne and airborne pathogens protocol
• Demonstrate respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment
• Work on a team toward surpassing departmental goals and objectives across multiple departments and facilities
• Promotes positive working relations and works effectively as part of a department/unit intra departmentally to facilitate the department's/unit's ability to meet its goals and objectives
• Carry out all other duties as assigned

Job description

Tri-Cities Community Health (TCCH) is seeking a Dental Assistant to provide chairside support, perform x-rays, and assist with patient care at our Pasco, WA site. The role emphasizes delivering high-quality care within a team-focused dental department and contributing to a welcoming patient experience.

The position requires Washington state Dental Assisting Registration, CPR/First Aid/AED within three months, and ideally one year of experience.