Dental Assistant I, II, or III

Sea Mar Community Health Centers; Vancouver (WA); On-site; Part time

Job summary

A leading community health center in Vancouver is seeking an on-call Dental Assistant to support dental providers in various procedures. The ideal candidate will possess a valid WA State license, excellent customer service skills, and preferably be bilingual in Spanish or Russian. Join a dedicated team committed to serving diverse communities and enhancing patient care.

Qualifications

• Valid WA State license and BLS certification required.
• Preferred bilingual in English/Spanish or English/Russian.

Responsibilities

• Assist dental providers in procedures as permitted by law.
• Maintain records for dental supplies inventory.
• Organize schedules and checklists for dental procedures.

Skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Communication

Bilingual in Spanish

Bilingual in Russian

Education

Completion of a formal Dental Assistant program

Job description

Sea Mar Community Health Centers

Founded in 1978, Sea Mar is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) committed to providing comprehensive health, human, housing, educational, and cultural services to diverse communities, with a focus on Latinos in Washington State. We serve all persons regardless of race, ethnicity, immigration status, gender, sexual orientation, or ability to pay. Our network includes over 90 medical, dental, behavioral health clinics, and various nutritional, social, and educational services.

Note: Sea Mar is a mandatory COVID-19 and flu vaccine organization.

Position: Dental Assistant I, II, or III - Posting #27498

Hourly Range: $22.34 - $24.28

Position Summary

We are seeking an on-call Dental Assistant for our Vancouver - East Dental Clinic. The candidate will assist dental providers in procedures permitted by the WA State Dental Practice Act, including Restorative, Prosthodontics, Endodontics, Orthodontics, Oral Surgery, and others as allowed by law.

Major Duties

• Maintain records for MSDS, spore tests, and dental supplies inventory.
• Assist in training new Dental Assistants.
• Organize schedules and checklists for dental procedures.
• Bilingual skills in Spanish or Russian are highly preferred.

Qualifications and Experience

• Valid WA State license, BLS certification, organizational skills, dental record experience, and computer familiarity.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills in English; ability to interpret dental-related written material.
• Preferred bilingual in English/Spanish or English/Russian.
• Preferred ortho experience.

Additional Requirements by Level

• Dental Assistant II: Completion of a formal Dental Assistant program; minimum 6 months of work experience. No formal training requires at least 18 months of experience.
• Dental Assistant III: Knowledge of sterilization, OSHA regulations, radiograph mounting, temporary restorations, impressions, model trimming, retraction cords, matrix bands, polishing, and fluoride treatments. At least 2 years of experience; 3 years without formal training.

How to Apply

Complete the online application and click SUBMIT or APPLY NOW. For questions, contact Jonah Hay, Dental Supervisor, at [e-mail].

Additional Information

Sea Mar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Posted on 05/13/2025. External candidates considered after 05/16/2025. This position is represented by OPEIU.

Visit our website to learn more: www.seamar.org. You may also apply through our Career page: https://www.seamar.org/jobs-general.html.