Dental Instruction & Lab Support Technician II

South Puget Sound Community College; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

South Puget Sound Community College in Olympia, WA seeks a part-time Instruction & Classroom Support Technician 2 – Dental to support lab areas, equipment, and instructional activities.

You will assist faculty, prepare labs, and supervise open-lab sessions, while ensuring OSHA and accrediting standards are met. A dental assistant background and WA Registered Dental Assistant credential are required.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of full-time experience as a dental assistant or equivalent education/experience.
• Strong customer service mindset and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain lab areas and equipment per OSHA/ MSDS and SPSCC standards.
• Provide hands-on instructional support during labs and open-lab sessions.
• Prepare labs daily with supplies, equipment, and materials.
• Assist faculty with student learning in labs and simulations.
• Orient faculty and students on new equipment or materials and participate in training.

Skills

Dental assisting

Customer service

Organizational skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Washington Registered Dental Assistant

Tools

MS Office

Job description

South Puget Sound Community College in Olympia, WA seeks a part-time Instruction & Classroom Support Technician 2 – Dental to support lab areas, equipment, and instructional activities.

You will assist faculty, prepare labs, and supervise open-lab sessions, while ensuring OSHA and accrediting standards are met. A dental assistant background and WA Registered Dental Assistant credential are required.