Dental Assistant: Patient Care & Office Efficiency

Urgent Dental Center & Family Dentistry; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

A dental care provider in Lakewood, WA is seeking a skilled dental assistant to enhance patient experience and administrative efficiency in the office. Responsibilities include welcoming patients, preparing them for treatments, assisting the dentist, and maintaining accurate records. Candidates should have proven experience, knowledge of dental tools, and excellent communication skills. This full-time position offers a pay range of $15.00 - $18.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a dental assistant is essential.
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods required.
• Ability to perform non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Welcome customers in the dental office.
• Prepare customers for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort.
• Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry.
• Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures.

Skills

Proven experience as dental assistant

Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods

Understanding of health & safety regulations

Good computer skills

Excellent communication and people skills

Attention to detail

Well-organized and reliable

Education

High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school preferred

Certification or training (e.g. EFDA)

Job description

A dental care provider in Lakewood, WA is seeking a skilled dental assistant to enhance patient experience and administrative efficiency in the office. Responsibilities include welcoming patients, preparing them for treatments, assisting the dentist, and maintaining accurate records. Candidates should have proven experience, knowledge of dental tools, and excellent communication skills. This full-time position offers a pay range of $15.00 - $18.00 per hour.