Permanent Dental Assistant Job in Seattle, WA
Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible. Responsibilities Welcome Patients in the dental office Prepare Patients for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed Sterilize instruments according to regulations Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry Undertake lab tasks as instructed Provide oral hygiene, pre-operative, and post-operative care instructions Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked Pour models Fabricate temporary crowns Skills Proven experience as dental assistant Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods Understanding of health & safety regulations Computer skills Excellent communication and people skills Attention to detail Well-organized, reliable, and punctual High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA) Benefit Conditions: Only full-time employees eligible Duties: Assisting chair-side Taking records, impressions, or x-rays Using computers to update electronic patient records Assisting with lab tasks as needed Clinical Setting: General Dentistry Work Remotely No Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $24.00 - $35.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Work Location: In person
