Dental Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Dental Assistant (Full-Time) | Great Pay + Comprehensive Benefits!Location: Kirkland, WA (Totem Lake / convenient I-405 access)Compensation: $28.00 – $36.00 / hour (based on experience)Employment Category: Full-Time | Monday – FridaySupported Practice: Kirkland Dental Smile (American Dental Companies network)Why Join the Team at Kirkland Dental Smile?If you are looking for a stable, highly supportive work home where your skills are respected and your work-life balance is prioritized, Kirkland Dental Smile is the place for you!Led by premier Washington dentists-including Dr. Teresa Kang, DDS (UW graduate with over 20 years of experience and 10+ years recognized as a Seattle Met Top Dentist)-our practice combines high-tech, modern dentistry with genuine patient hospitality.The Ideal Setup: We operate in a beautifully equipped 5-operatory practice supported by 2 Doctors, 2 Hygienists, and dedicated administrative support. You will never feel thrown into a chaotic overflow; our patient pace allows us to deliver high-quality, comprehensive family, cosmetic, and restorative care.Modern Technology: Work daily with advanced digital X-rays, intraoral cameras, laser dentistry, and modern infection control standards.Exceptional Culture: We treat our patients like family with cozy amenities and transparent, honest care-and we treat our team the exact same way!Key ResponsibilitiesChairside Assisting: Provide active 4-handed chairside assistance to our doctors during general, cosmetic, restorative, and oral surgery procedures.Patient Comfort: Warmly greet patients, review medical histories, explain procedure steps, and ensure a calm, comfortable experience.Clinical Preparation: Set up/break down treatment operatories using strict sterilization and infection control protocols.Imaging & Diagnostics: Take clear digital dental radiograph (X-rays) and intraoral photos as directed by the dentist.Lab & Inventory Management: Assist with clinical inventory stocking, taking dental impressions/scans, and coordinating laboratory cases.Qualifications, Licensing & AttributesWashington State Dental Assistant Registration (DA License): Active registration with the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) is required prior to start date.BLS / CPR Certification: Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification.X-Ray / Radiology Proficiency: Washington state-compliant dental radiography skills.Experience: 1–2+ years of hands-on chairside Dental Assistant experience preferred (general dentistry background is a strong plus).Communication: Exceptional patient communication and phone/interpersonal skills.Mindset: Reliable, punctual, organized, and enthusiastic about working in a collaborative team environment.What We Offer (Benefits Package)Through our partnership with American Dental Companies (ADC), we provide full-time team members with enterprise-level stability and top-tier benefits:Competitive Pay Range: $28.00 – $36.00 / hourComprehensive Healthcare: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage plansPaid Time Off: Generous PTO/vacation, sick leave, and paid holidaysFinancial Planning: 401(k) retirement plan optionsProfessional Growth: Paid ongoing training, mentorship, and continuing education supportGreat Environment: Convenient location in Totem Lake right off I-405 with ample free parking and comfortable team amenities.How to ApplyIf you are ready to advance your dental assisting career in a supportive, multi-doctor practice where patient care always comes first, we want to hear from you! Apply today with your updated resume for immediate consideration.