Senior Dental Assistant & Clinic Team Lead

Paycom; Omak (WA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Colville Tribal Health Care Authority in Omak, WA seeks a Lead Dental Assistant to join the senior clinical team and mentor staff. You will perform chairside assistance, manage inventory, and uphold infection control standards to enhance patient care.

The role requires Expanded Functions certification, state registration, and supervisory experience, with responsibilities including scheduling, training, and ensuring compliance with tribal policies and health guidelines.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years experience as a basic Dental Assistant and the ability to perform four-hand dentistry.
• Supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Expanded Functions certification and state registration/permit required.
• BLS certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the Dental Assistant team, including scheduling, training and evaluations.
• Provide chairside assistance and anticipate Dentist needs during procedures.
• Maintain infection control, sterilize instruments and manage equipment.
• Maintain patient records/EHR and participate in continuing education.

Skills

Leadership

High school diploma

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Education

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant certification

State dental assistant registration or permit

BLS certification

Tools

Intra-oral X-ray equipment

EHR software

Sterilization equipment

Job description

Colville Tribal Health Care Authority in Omak, WA seeks a Lead Dental Assistant to join the senior clinical team and mentor staff. You will perform chairside assistance, manage inventory, and uphold infection control standards to enhance patient care.

The role requires Expanded Functions certification, state registration, and supervisory experience, with responsibilities including scheduling, training, and ensuring compliance with tribal policies and health guidelines.