Holistic Community Dental Assistant

Quinault Community Health; Aberdeen (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Quinault Wellness Center in Aberdeen, WA is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to support patient care and clinic operations. You will chair-side assist the Dentist, handle sterilization, radiography, and patient education in a fast-paced setting.

The role emphasizes community wellness and holistic care with a strong focus on infection control, safety, and compliant practices in line with state and federal regulations.

Qualifications

• Registered in the State of Washington upon application; certification within the first year is required.
• Current CPR (BLS) certifications (required).
• Valid Washington State Driver’s License and insurable through our company.
• Knowledge of modern dentistry principles and practices and prevention of dental diseases.
• Knowledge of HIPAA, PHI, and confidentiality regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform chair-side assistance during routine examinations, restorations, periodontics, and surgical procedures.
• Take quality digital radiographs with minimal exposure.
• Schedule and seat patients; set up instruments for procedures.
• Maintain dental equipment cleaning, sterilization, and supplies inventory.
• Provide patient education on oral health, hygiene, and post-treatment care.
• Assist with clerical and administrative tasks as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Team collaboration

CPR (BLS) certification

Education

High School

Tools

Electronic Dental Records

Imaging systems

Mobile equipment

Job description

Quinault Wellness Center in Aberdeen, WA is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant to support patient care and clinic operations. You will chair-side assist the Dentist, handle sterilization, radiography, and patient education in a fast-paced setting.

The role emphasizes community wellness and holistic care with a strong focus on infection control, safety, and compliant practices in line with state and federal regulations.