Mobile Dental Assistant — Weekend/Part-Time with Per Diem

DOCS Health; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay

Mileage reimbursement

Per diem

Job summary

DOCS Health in Tacoma, WA is seeking a part-time Dental Assistant to support mobile clinics delivering essential dental care to military members. You will assist in mobile exam rooms, capture digital X-rays, and ensure instruments are sterilized, while providing chair-side support and light admin duties.

Ideal candidates hold a CDA/RDA/EDDA/EFDA with radiology certification in Washington and CPR/BLS. Weekend availability is required, with background checks and drug screening per policy.

Qualifications

• Credentials: Active Dental Assistant certification (CDA, RDA, EDDA, EFDA) and Radiology Certification in Washington, CPR/BLS certification.
• Skilled in 4-handed dentistry, proficient with digital tools, with a preference for those with prior military experience.
• Eligibility for base entry is required; background check and drug screening will be conducted.
• Availability: Weekends when you are available; no minimum frequency requirements.

Responsibilities

• Deliver dental care in mobile exam rooms and operatories, ensuring military members are deployment-ready.
• Capture digital X-rays (BW and PANO) and handle instrument sterilization.
• Perform chair-side assistance and basic administrative duties as needed.

Skills

4-handed dentistry

digital tools

military experience

Education

Active Dental Assistant certification (CDA, RDA, EDDA, EFDA) and Radiology Certification in WA)

Tools

Digital X-ray equipment

Job description

DOCS Health in Tacoma, WA is seeking a part-time Dental Assistant to support mobile clinics delivering essential dental care to military members. You will assist in mobile exam rooms, capture digital X-rays, and ensure instruments are sterilized, while providing chair-side support and light admin duties.

Ideal candidates hold a CDA/RDA/EDDA/EFDA with radiology certification in Washington and CPR/BLS. Weekend availability is required, with background checks and drug screening per policy.