Pediatric Dental Assistant — Bilingual Bonus & Benefits

Jobtome; Wallula (WA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403(b) retirement plan

PTO and holidays

Hiring/retention bonus

Job summary

Columbia Basin Pediatric Dentistry in Kennewick, WA is seeking a Dental Assistant to support providers, maintain records, and deliver patient-centered care in a fast-paced clinic.

You will perform X-ray procedures, assist with exam setup, and promote infection control while providing education on oral hygiene. EMR is EPIC, and bilingual skills are valued for diverse patient interactions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred at high level.
• Basic dental and medical terminology knowledge encouraged.
• BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to perform four-handed dental assisting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain patient records and update medical history and vitals.
• Perform complete dental imaging including X-rays and store in the EDR.
• Set up and record periodontal charts per instruction.
• Prepare instruments and equipment for patient exams.
• Assist with infection control and sterilization protocols.
• Provide preventative dental care such as polishing, fluoride, and sealants.
• Support nitrous oxide administration under supervision.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and clinic programs.
• Assist Orthodontics with records and fittings as needed.
• Adhere to Joint Commission and HRSA requirements.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Manual dexterity

Patient interaction

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EPIC EMR

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Columbia Basin Pediatric Dentistry in Kennewick, WA is seeking a Dental Assistant to support providers, maintain records, and deliver patient-centered care in a fast-paced clinic.

You will perform X-ray procedures, assist with exam setup, and promote infection control while providing education on oral hygiene. EMR is EPIC, and bilingual skills are valued for diverse patient interactions.