Traveling Dental Assistant

Pacific Dental Services; Puyallup (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits

Supportive organization

Job summary

Pacific Dental Services is seeking a Traveling Dental Assistant for their practice in the southern Seattle region. The role is key to ensuring excellent patient experiences while assisting dentists across various specialties.

Candidates should have a relevant Associates degree and experience in pediatrics is a plus. Competitive salaries and benefits are offered as part of our vision for service-oriented care in dental assisting.

Qualifications

• Experience in assisting dentists with various specialties.
• Completed state-mandated procedures: coronal polish, radiograph exposure, etc.
• Ability to travel throughout the Portland region.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for oral examination and assist in treatments.
• Communicate effectively with team members and patients.
• Provide practical solutions to problems and issues.

Skills

Patient communication

Assisting dentists

Problem-solving

Pediatric dentistry

Education

Associate degree or one-year certificate

Job description

Job Description

Traveling Dental Assistant role is critical to the success of our multi‑specialty dental practice. We are looking for candidates throughout the southern Seattle region with experience in assisting dentists, their specialties, and providing a perfect patient experience. Dental Assistant credentials are required, and pediatric experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for oral examination and assist clinicians and owner doctors in providing treatment.
• Communicate effectively with team members and patients.
• Address problems and issues with practical solutions.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or one-year certificate from college or technical school.
• Completed state‑mandated procedures, as necessary: coronal polish, radiograph exposure, ultrasonic scaling for orthodontic procedures, pit and fissure sealant application.
• A clean driving record along with willingness to travel throughout the Portland region.

As a member of our team, you’ll receive competitive salary, excellent benefits, and the solid support of an organization with a reputation for leadership and vision. A life of service is the highest calling, and we live it every day.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.