Registered Dental Assistant

Prosthetic Dentistry of Olympia; Washington; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Prosthetic Dentistry of Olympia in Olympia, WA, is seeking a Registered Dental Assistant to join a restorative practice that serves adults and seniors. You will prepare patients, assist chairside, take radiographs, and uphold infection control in a small, supportive team.

We value patient-centered care with a no-sales approach, collaborate closely with the dental team, manage sterilization and inventory, and uphold high standards of cleanliness and safety in daily operations.

Qualifications

• Active Washington State Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license required.
• 3+ years of dental assisting experience.
• Completion of a dental assisting program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for dental procedures.
• Provide chairside assistance during restorative treatments.
• Perform sterilization and infection control procedures.
• Take dental radiographs.
• Educate patients about dental care and procedures.
• Manage dental inventory and supplies.
• Collaborate effectively with dental team members.
• Maintain strict infection control standards.

Skills

Patient care

Infection control

Chairside assistance

Teamwork

Communication

Radiographs

Education

Washington State RDA license

Dental assisting program completion

Job description

Job Description

Join our restorative dental practice, focusing primarily on adults and seniors, where we value treating people the way we want to be treated. We emphasize patience, quality care, and a no-sales approach within a small, supportive team environment. As a Registered Dental Assistant, you will be a key contributor to maintaining our high standards and positive atmosphere.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for dental procedures
• Provide chairside assistance during restorative treatments
• Perform sterilization and infection control procedures
• Take dental radiographs
Educate patients about dental care and procedures
• Manage dental inventory and supplies
• Collaborate effectively with dental team members
• Maintain strict infection control standards

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of dental assisting experience
• Completion of a dental assisting program preferred
• Active Washington State Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license required
• Strong skills in patient care, infection control, and chairside assistance
• Experience in dental radiography and sterilization procedures
• Excellent teamwork, active listening, communication, and motivation