Dental Assistant

Sunrise Dental Of Issaquah • Issaquah, WA

409d • $55,000 - $80,000

About The Position

We are seeking a competent dental assistant to enhance the efficiency and patient experience in our dental office. The role involves providing excellent customer service, assisting the dentist with various tasks, and ensuring a smooth operation of office procedures while adhering to dental regulations.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a dental assistant
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
• Understanding of health & safety regulations
• Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus
• Good computer skills
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Attention to detail
• Well-organized and reliable
• High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred
• Registered Dental Assistant License (Preferred)

Nice To Haves

• Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA)

Responsibilities

• Welcome customers in the dental office
• Prepare customers 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 and post-operative care instructions
• Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
• Schedule appointments
• Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Employee discount
• Life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED