Dental Assistant I

Dental AssistantSea Mar Community Health Centers, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) founded in 1978, is a community-based organization committed to providing quality, comprehensive health, human, housing, educational and cultural services to diverse communities, specializing in service to Latinos in Washington State. Sea Mar proudly serves all persons without regard to race, ethnicity, immigration status, gender, or sexual orientation, and regardless of ability to pay for services. Sea Mar's network of services includes more than 90 medical, dental, and behavioral health clinics and a wide variety of nutritional, social, and educational services. We are recruiting for the following position:Sea Mar is seeking a skilled Dental Assistant to support dental providers and deliver quality patient care. This role includes chairside assistance, patient education, infection control, and supporting clinic operations.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide chairside assistance using four-handed dentistry across multiple proceduresEscort and greet patients; ensure patient comfort and confidentialityAssist with patient charting, vitals, and dental documentation in Dentrix/AllscriptsMaintain sterilization and infection control standardsSupport scheduling, inventory, supply ordering, and quality improvement activitiesTrain new staff and assist with competency testing and ongoing educationQualificationsCompletion of a formal Dental Assistant program or 1+ year experienceWashington State DOH Dental Assistant Registration requiredBLS CPR required within 90 days of hireStrong infection control and patient communication skillsBilingual English/Spanish preferredSea Mar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers a competitive benefits package.Starting Wage: $22.34 per hourWork Schedule: Monday – FridayWhat We Offer:MedicalDentalVisionPrescription coverageLife InsuranceLong Term DisabilityEAP (Employee Assistance Program)Paid-time-off starting at 24 days per year + 10 paid Holidays.We also offer 401(k)/Retirement options and an exciting opportunity to work in a culturally diverse environment.