Job Description
Join our award-winning dental practice in the heart of Seattle! We're seeking a passionate Dental Assistant to deliver exceptional patient care in a state-of-the-art environment. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative team culture focused on professional growth. Perfect opportunity for career advancement in a thriving metropolitan dental clinic.
Responsibilities
- Assist dentists during complex procedures including restorative and surgical treatments
- Perform chairside duties: instrument transfer, suction, and patient positioning
- Take and develop diagnostic dental X-rays with digital imaging systems
- Manage sterilization protocols and maintain OSHA compliance standards
- Prepare treatment rooms, equipment, and materials for daily procedures
- Deliver patient education on oral hygiene and post-operative care
- Coordinate appointment scheduling and maintain accurate patient records
Qualifications
- Current Dental Assistant certification (DAEFCC or DANB preferred)
- Minimum 2 years clinical experience in general dentistry
- Proficiency in digital radiography and practice management software
- CPR certification and BLS training
- Strong knowledge of infection control protocols
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Valid Washington State dental radiography license