Endo Assistant

Johnson Family Dental; Federal Way (WA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (PTO)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k plan

Employee discount programs

Pet insurance

Job summary

Johnson Family Dental is looking for an Endodontic Assistant in Federal Way, WA. You will support the Endo team in delivering high-quality patient care by assisting during various dental procedures, preparing instruments, and ensuring a clean work environment. Candidates must hold a WA Registered Dental Assistant license and have CPR/BLS certification. The position offers compensation of $25-$29/hr, along with benefits such as PTO, health insurance, and a 401k plan.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of dental terminology, infection control protocols, and OSHA/HIPAA standards.
• Strong communication and commitment to excellent patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist the endodontist during root canal treatments and other procedures.
• Sterilize instruments and disinfect equipment in compliance with infection control standards.
• Take dental radiographs (X-rays) as needed.
• Maintain accurate patient records using dental practice software.
• Provide patients with pre- and post-operative care instructions.
• Ensure patient comfort and manage patient anxiety during procedures.
• Mix and prepare dental materials.
• Maintain inventory and order dental supplies as needed.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

Caring and professional demeanor

Education

WA Registered Dental Assistant license

CPR/BLS active

Job description

Overview

Here at Bright Now! Dental, supported by Smile Brands, we understand the demands of dentistry and the day to day demands that come with treating patients all day long, so we provide an excellent support system, training, and teamwork to make work more enjoyable. We are proud of exceptional teamwork and unite to work fairly and productively to get the job done.

In this Endodontic Assistant opportunity, you will support our Endo team in delivering high‑quality patient care by assisting during dental procedures, preparing instruments, and maintaining a clean, organized work environment. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, a caring and professional demeanor, ability to start within a month and the ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment.

This role requires travel between our Federal Way, Olympia, Northgate, Lynnwood and Bellingham offices.

Schedule (days/hours)

M‑F 7‑5

Responsibilities

• Assist the endodontist during root canal treatments and other endodontic procedures including root canal therapy (anterior/posterior), root canal retreats, apicoectomy, internal/external resorption treatments, vital pulp therapy and cracked tooth evaluations.
• Sterilize instruments & disinfect equipment in compliance with infection control standards.
• Take dental radiographs (X‑rays), including cone‑beam CT scans if needed.
• Maintain accurate patient records and charting using dental practice software.
• Provide patients with pre‑ and post‑operative care instructions.
• Ensure patient comfort and manage patient anxiety during procedures.
• Mix and prepare dental materials (e.g., sealers, irritants, temporary fillings).
• Maintain inventory and order dental supplies as needed.

Qualifications

• WA Registered Dental Assistant license
• CPR/BLS active
• Knowledge of dental terminology, infection control protocols, and OSHA/HIPAA standards
• Strong communication and commitment to excellent patient care

Compensation

$25‑$29/hr

About Us

Benefits are determined by employment status/hours worked and include paid time off (“PTO”), health, dental, vision, health savings account, telemedicine, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability insurance, employee discount programs, pet insurance, and a 401k plan.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Smile Brands Inc. and all Affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), protected hair style and texture (The CROWN Act), genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. If you would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].