Dental Assistant I: Patient Care & Clinic Ops Pro

Columbia Basin Health Association; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Basin Health Association (CBHA) is hiring a Dental Assistant I to support dentists and hygienists, ensuring operatory readiness and patient education. The role involves chart reviews, patient prep, and assisting with procedures while maintaining a safe, efficient clinic environment.

Responsibilities span patient care and non-patient tasks, with emphasis on timely recalls, instrument sterilization, and adherence to CBHA policies and confidentiality requirements.

Qualifications

• Basic written and verbal communication expected.
• Ability to assess dental problems quickly and accurately.
• Working knowledge of hygiene and sterilization techniques.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operatory and equipment before seating patients.
• Greet and seat patients using the AIDET model.
• Take vital signs and x-rays as directed by provider.
• Pass instruments and materials during patient care.
• Maintain sterilization and inventory, and logs for closing duties.

Skills

Communication skills

Dental assisting

Sterilization techniques

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Electronic Dental Records software

Job description

Columbia Basin Health Association (CBHA) is hiring a Dental Assistant I to support dentists and hygienists, ensuring operatory readiness and patient education. The role involves chart reviews, patient prep, and assisting with procedures while maintaining a safe, efficient clinic environment.

Responsibilities span patient care and non-patient tasks, with emphasis on timely recalls, instrument sterilization, and adherence to CBHA policies and confidentiality requirements.