Dental Assistant

Edmonds Clinic 23320 HWY 99 Edmonds, WA 98026, USA Pay Shift rate: $24.96 – $30.95 USD per hour, based on experience and qualifications. Description Community Health Center of Snohomish County offers competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and a $4,000 sign‑on bonus for Dental Assistants. Benefits include health insurance (medical/dental/vision), up to 120 hours of vacation pro‑rated by FTE each year, paid sick leave, 10 paid holidays, a 403(b) Safe Harbor retirement plan with employer match, disability and life insurance, and additional compensation for proficient second‑language skills. Job Summary All positions have a primary work site. Float staff travel between sites for coverage, while non‑float staff work at their home site with occasional temporary reassignment as needed. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Proficient in reading, speaking, and writing English. Self‑directed and able to work independently. Collaborates effectively in a team environment. Prioritizes and coordinates multiple tasks. Maintains initiative, energy, and effectiveness in a fast‑paced setting. Stays calm under high‑pressure and emergency situations. Delivers high‑quality work efficiently. Employs creative problem‑solving and ingenuity. Operates multi‑line telephones and other office equipment. Knowledgeable of dental terminology. Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Education High school graduate or equivalent. Graduate of a Dental Assisting program, or foreign‑trained dentist with at least a year of experience as a dental assistant, or a Dental Assistant with no less than 500 hours of patient‑care time in the past 12 months and verifiable on‑the‑job training. Preferred Experience Customer service experience with the general public (1 year). Experience in a multi‑provider dental practice. CDT‑5 coding experience. Familiarity with electronic health records and practice management systems. Experience working with low‑income, multi‑ethnic populations. Credentials Dental Assistant registration in the State of Washington. Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (CPR/AED); must be obtained on the first day of hire. Verified immunity to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR), and varicella; demonstrated via vaccination records or titer results. Dental Assistant certification by the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) – preferred. Job Specific Functions / Performance Greet patients, interpreters, and visitors promptly, courteously, and accurately, both in person and by phone. Assist patients with forms, verify contents, provide pre‑op and post‑op instructions, and handle referrals and pre‑authorizations. Coordinate interpretive services with reception staff. Support dentists in diagnosing dental problems and delivering oral health education. Submit accurate fee slips to the receptionist after each encounter. Monitor schedules, track patient arrivals, and maintain smooth patient flow throughout the clinic. Perform all dental treatment procedures allowed by Washington State law, including radiographic surveys, chairside assistance, and instrument exchange. Open and close operatories, maintaining stock, cleanliness, sterilization, and safety. Keep current knowledge of dental materials, procedures, hygiene protocols, and sterilization practices. Adhere to inventory management and purchasing protocols. Enforce institutional infection control plans. Maintain attendance standards for daily operations and patient continuity. Perform receptionist duties as needed and support other departments upon request. Equal Employment Opportunity CHC is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (EEO/AA) and a at‑will employer. CHC is required to inform all applicants of their rights under federal employment laws. For more information, review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr