Dental Assistant Trainee — Fast-Paced Clinic, Growth & Perks

Sea Mar; Tacoma, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Prescription coverage

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Paid-time-off starting at 24 days per

10 paid Holidays

401(k)/Retirement options

Job summary

Sea Mar Community Health Centers seeks a Dental Assistant I to support dental providers in a fast-paced clinical setting. You will learn terminology, assist with instruments, perform radiographs, educate patients and document in Epic.

Candidates should have a HS diploma or GED, be enrolled in Sea Mar’s Dental Assistant Training Program, possess WA state registration and BLS/CPR certification; bilingual English/Spanish is preferred. Expect Monday–Friday schedule with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist dental providers chairside and in patient care.
• Learn dental terminology, instruments, materials and procedures.
• Follow infection control and sterilization protocols.
• Take dental radiographs 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 tasks.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Complete required training and competency steps for advancement to Dental Assistant I.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Fast-paced clinical environment

HIPAA compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Washington State Dental Assistant Registration

Tools

Epic

Job description

Sea Mar Community Health Centers seeks a Dental Assistant I to support dental providers in a fast-paced clinical setting. You will learn terminology, assist with instruments, perform radiographs, educate patients and document in Epic.

Candidates should have a HS diploma or GED, be enrolled in Sea Mar’s Dental Assistant Training Program, possess WA state registration and BLS/CPR certification; bilingual English/Spanish is preferred. Expect Monday–Friday schedule with comprehensive benefits.