Dental Assistant — Patient Care & Sterilization

Columbia Basin Health Association; Pasco (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Basin Health Association (CBHA) is seeking a friendly Dental Assistant I to support dentists and hygienists in patient care and dental procedures in our Pasco clinics.

The role requires preparing operatory equipment, taking vitals, assisting with x-rays, sterilization, and patient education. Excellent communication and confidentiality are essential; wage starts at the posted range with DOE for experienced candidates.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to assess dental problems quickly.
• Working knowledge of hygiene/sterilization techniques.
• CPR certification or ability to obtain within designated timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operatory and equipment before seating patients.
• Greet and seat patients using AIDET; document vitals.
• Take vital signs and x-rays as directed.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain logs.
• Support recall and scheduling with staff.

Skills

Patient care

Sterilization

Communication

CPR

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electronic Dental Records software

Job description

Columbia Basin Health Association (CBHA) is seeking a friendly Dental Assistant I to support dentists and hygienists in patient care and dental procedures in our Pasco clinics.

The role requires preparing operatory equipment, taking vitals, assisting with x-rays, sterilization, and patient education. Excellent communication and confidentiality are essential; wage starts at the posted range with DOE for experienced candidates.