Registered Dental Assistant FT ($1500 Signing Bonus) (Open Until Filled)

Tulalip Tribes; Tulalip Bay (WA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Dental Assistants to join their Health Clinic team. In this role, you will provide essential chairside assistance during treatments, ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow for the dentist. You will also engage in patient service, maintain clinic operations, and handle important recordkeeping and radiographic tasks. This full-time position offers a supportive environment where your contributions are valued, and you will have the opportunity to work closely with the Native American community. If you're passionate about dental care and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months dental assisting experience preferred.
• Must have WA State Dental Assisting Certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance during dental treatments.
• Perform clinic maintenance and recordkeeping.

Skills

Patient service

Chairside assistance

Recordkeeping

Radiographic duties

Experience with Native American population

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of credentialed assisting program

Tools

Dentrix EDR

Digital x-ray technology

Job description

The Tulalip Tribes

The Tulalip Tribes publicly announces that Indian Preference in hiring shall apply to Tulalip Tribal job opportunities according to our Preference Code.

DEPARTMENT: Health Clinic- Dental

JOB SUMMARY: Dental Assistants perform a variety of supportive duties, which facilitate the work of the dentist. Dental Assistants provide chairside assistance during treatment, provide patient service and perform clinic maintenance, recordkeeping and radiographic duties.

COMPENSATION: $DOE

The Signing Bonus is paid out in two installments:

1. 1st installment of the bonus is paid on your FIRST paycheck.
2. 2nd installment of the bonus is paid after successful completion of your 90 day probationary period.

Eligibility:

• Signing bonuses are for select positions only and will be indicated on the job posting.
• Current Employee department transfers are not eligible for signing bonus.
• Any former Employee who has resigned or been dismissed within the past 12 months is not eligible for a signing bonus.

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Graduate of credentialed assisting program.

MINIMUM RELATED EXPERIENCE:

• Six (6) months dental assisting experience preferred; new graduates of credentialed assisting programs accepted.
• Six (6) months experience utilizing Dentrix EDR or similar software.
• Six (6) months experience utilizing digital x-rays.
• Experience working with Native American population.

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS/PREREQUISITES:

• WA State Dental Assisting Certification from a credentialed dental assisting program.
• Registered Dental Assisting License.
• CPR/First Aid Certificate.
• Negative TB Skin Test or chest x-ray.
• HIPAA certification upon hire.
• Must abide by the Tulalip Tribes vaccination policy.
• Must complete required Health Services credentialing process prior to start date.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: This is a regular Full-Time position.