Dental Assistant Trainee

002 Sea Mar Community Health Center; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Prescription coverage

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

EAP

Paid-time-off starting at 24 days per

10 paid Holidays

401(k)/Retirement options

Job summary

Sea Mar Community Health Centers in Washington state is seeking a Dental Assistant Trainee to support dentists at chairside, perform radiographs, and maintain patient education. The role includes charting in Epic and assisting with scheduling and front desk tasks as needed.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, WA state registration, BLS/CPR, and willingness to enroll in the Sea Mar Dental Assistant Training Program. Starting wage is $21.30 per hour with a Monday–Friday schedule.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Enrollment in the Sea Mar Dental Assistant Training Program.
• Current Washington State Dental Assistant Registration required.
• Current BLS/CPR certification for adults and infants required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• May require travel to other dental sites or departments as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist dental providers with chairside procedures and patient care.
• Learn dental terminology, instruments, materials, and clinical procedures.
• Follow infection control and sterilization protocols.
• Take dental radiographs (X-rays) and maintain radiology standards.
• Provide patient education and pre/post-treatment instructions.
• Complete accurate charting and documentation in Epic.
• Support scheduling, phone communication, and front desk functions as needed.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements.
• Complete all required training and competency requirements for advancement to Dental Assistant I.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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, or sexual orientation, and regardless of ability to pay for services.

Sea Mar offers an equal opportunity employer and a competitive benefits package.

Key Duties:

• Assist dental providers with chairside procedures and patient care
• Learn dental terminology, instruments, materials, and clinical procedures
• Follow infection control and sterilization protocols
• Take dental radiographs (X-rays) and maintain radiology standards
• Provide patient education and pre/post-treatment instructions
• Complete accurate charting and documentation in Epic
• Support scheduling, phone communication, and front desk functions as needed
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements
• Complete all required training and competency requirements for advancement to Dental Assistant I

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Enrollment in the Sea Mar Dental Assistant Training Program
• Current Washington State Dental Assistant Registration required
• Current BLS/CPR certification for adults and infants required
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Fast-paced dental clinic setting
• May require travel to other dental sites or departments as needed

Starting Wage: $21.30 per hour

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (Can be edited based on need) Hourly - Hourly Plan, 21.30 USD Hourly

What We Offer:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Prescription coverage
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Paid-time-off starting at 24 days per year + 10 paid Holidays

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

Please visit our website to learn more about us at www.seamar.org.