Dental Assistant II

Sea Mar Community Health Centers; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)/retirement options

Paid time off starting at 24 days per year plus 10 paid holidays

Job summary

Sea Mar Community Health Centers is hiring a full-time Dental Assistant II for their Seattle clinic. The role includes providing chair-side assistance using four-handed dentistry techniques, managing patient care including education, and completing insurance pre-authorizations.

Qualified candidates should have a high school diploma, completion of a dental assistant program, and registration with the Washington State Department of Health. Sea Mar offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and generous paid time off.

For inquiries, please contact Pablo Barraza at [e-mail].

Qualifications

• 6 months of work experience or 18 months without formal training.
• Registered with the Washington State Department of Health.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair-side assistance using four-handed dentistry technique.
• Obtain blood pressure readings and assist with patient education.
• Complete insurance pre-authorizations and verify patient eligibility.

Skills

Chair-side assistance

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Formal Dental Assistant program

Job description

Organisation Overview

Sea Mar Community Health Centers, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) founded in 1978, is a community‑based organization committed to providing quality, comprehensive health, human, housing, educational and cultural services to diverse communities, specializing in service to Latinos in Washington State. Sea Mar proudly serves all persons without regard to race, ethnicity, immigration status, gender, sexual orientation, or ability to pay for services. Sea Mar’s network of services includes more than 90 medical, dental, and behavioral health clinics and a wide variety of nutritional, social, and educational services.

Dental Assistant II – Position Summary

Full‑time Dental Assistant II position available for our Seattle, WA dental clinic. The Dental Assistant will provide dental providers all necessary chair‑side assistance using four‑handed dentistry technique (as specified in the Dental Assistant Manual) with procedures in the categories required: Diagnostic, Preventative, Restorative, Endodontics, Periodontics, Oral Surgery, Prosthodontic, Orthodontics and other services allowed by the Washington Dental Practice Act. Provide patient education and instructions to patients before, after, and during any dental procedure. Obtain accurate blood pressure readings and other vital signs as directed by dental provider. Assist patients, both private pay and with insurance, by providing treatment plans and cost estimates and sequencing of treatments. Complete insurance pre‑authorizations; verify patient eligibility and benefits as directed by Dental Assistant III, dentist, dental supervisor or regional dental manager. Assist the Dental Assistant III and the dental supervisor or regional dental manager in coordinating the training of new employees and/or dental trainees. The duties and responsibilities for this position may vary with changes occurring in the clinic activities or requirements. The supervisor or regional dental manager may assign temporary work in other departments or other dental sites if necessary.

Qualifications and Education

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Have completed a formal Dental Assistant program at a college, technical institute or equivalent.
• Have a minimum of 6 months of work experience. Employees with no formal training must have a minimum of 18 months of work experience in a Dental Assistant position.
• All Dental Assistants must be registered with the Washington State Department of Health; failure to keep registration current will be grounds for disciplinary action, including suspension and up to termination.
• This position requires obtaining Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR within 90 days of hire and maintaining certification throughout employment.
• Complete TB testing annually and maintain a current Washington State Dental Registration.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not required.

What We Offer

Sea Mar offers talented and motivated people the opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing community health organization. Working at Sea Mar Community Health Centers is more than a job; it’s a fulfilling career with opportunities for advancement. The fringe benefits surpass most companies.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Prescription coverage
• Life insurance
• Long‑term disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid time off starting at 24 days per year plus 10 paid holidays.

We also offer 401(k)/retirement options and an exciting opportunity to work in a culturally diverse environment.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, complete the online application and click SUBMIT or APPLY NOW. If you have any questions regarding the position, contact Pablo Barraza, Dental Supervisor, at [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sea Mar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.