Temporary Dental Assistant - Modern Office, PTO & Benefits

GPS Dental; Cheney (WA); On-site; USD 26,174 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical and vision insurance options

401(k) with employer matching

Professional development

Team-oriented environment

Modern operatories

Job summary

Cheney Dental Care is seeking a Temporary Dental Assistant with at least one year of experience to join our Back Office team in Cheney, WA. This role supports chairside procedures, sterilization, radiography, medical history updates, and patient education.

The position offers a competitive hourly rate and requires strong clinical skills, a team orientation, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Schedule is Tue–Fri mid-summer, with potential for ongoing hours depending on need.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of dental assisting experience.
• X-ray certification or ability to obtain per state requirements.
• Current CPR/BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist chairside during a variety of procedures.
• Prepare and sterilize instruments and operatories in accordance with infection control protocols.
• Take digital radiographs (X-rays) and intraoral images.
• Record and update patient medical histories and clinical notes accurately.
• Ensure patient comfort before, during, and after procedures.
• Provide patient education on oral hygiene, treatment plans, and post-operative care.
• Maintain operatory cleanliness and organization.
• Manage inventory and restock supplies as needed.
• Support front office duties as needed, including scheduling and patient communication.

Skills

Dental assisting

X-ray certification

CPR/BLS certification

Communication

Multitasking

Team player

Education

1 year dental assisting experience

Job description

Temporary Dental Assistant

Department: Back Office

Employment Type: Temporary

Location: Cheney, WA

Reporting To: Katie Eckert

Compensation: $19.00 - $27.00 / hour

Description

Cheney Dental Care is seeking a skilled and dependable Dental Assistant with at least one year of experience to join our team. This role is ideal for a motivated professional who is comfortable working chairside, values efficiency, and is committed to delivering high-quality patient care in a team-oriented environment.

Schedule
7/14-9/14 - Tuesday & Wednesdays: 7am - 4pm, Thursday: 8am - 5pm, Friday: 8am - 3pm

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist chairside during a variety of procedures
• Prepare and sterilize instruments and operatories in accordance with infection control protocols
• Take digital radiographs (X-rays) and intraoral images
• Record and update patient medical histories and clinical notes accurately
• Ensure patient comfort before, during, and after procedures
• Provide patient education on oral hygiene, treatment plans, and post-operative care
• Maintain operatory cleanliness and organization
• Manage inventory and restock supplies as needed
• Support front office duties as needed, including scheduling and patient communication

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Minimum of 1 year of dental assisting experience required
• X-ray certification (or ability to obtain per state requirements)
• Current CPR/BLS certification required
• Strong clinical and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate based on experience
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and vision insurance options
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment
• Modern technology and well-equipped operatories