Dental Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Are you an experienced Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) looking for a practice where your skills are valued and your work makes a difference? We'd love to meet you!

Our privately owned, growing dental practice is seeking a compassionate, dependable, and team-oriented Registered Dental Assistant to support our dentists and hygienists in delivering exceptional patient care. You'll play an important role in creating a comfortable, positive experience for every patient while helping our practice continue to grow.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of dental assisting experience , a current RDA license , and excellent communication, organizational, and patient care skills. If you're passionate about dentistry, enjoy working in a collaborative environment, and take pride in providing outstanding care, we encourage you to apply today!

$24+ hourly DOE

• Welcome patients and help them feel comfortable by explaining procedures and treatment plans.
• Prepare treatment rooms by setting up sterilized instruments, equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Review and update medical histories, record vital information, and take digital dental X-rays.
• Assist dentists and hygienists during procedures by providing chairside support, passing instruments, and maintaining a clean, efficient work area.
• Apply topical anesthetic and perform expanded duties as permitted by your license and state regulations.
• Provide patients with post-treatment instructions, answer questions about oral health and home care, and schedule follow-up appointments.
• Follow infection control and sterilization protocols to ensure a safe environment for patients and the dental team.

• Experience with dental software, updating patient histories, and computer skills are needed
• Need state licensure as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA)
• An Associate’s Degree or a certification from a college or technical school training program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation is required
• Superb interpersonal skills, customer service, organization, and excellent communication skills are desired
• Current BLS/CPR certification is required
• Minimum 3 years of dental assisting experience as a registered dental assistant or certified dental assistant

Our tight-knit practice is growing and looking for the right person to complete our team! Here are just a few perks of working with us:

• Fun team events: We believe in fostering a fun and positive work environment.
• Location: Located in the heart of downtown Anacortes, very convenient!
• Up-To-Date Equipment: We pride ourselves on using the latest equipment, including the iTero digital scanning system.
• Stability: Our practice is well-established, and we plan to expand and grow for the next several years.

We are enthusiastic, friendly, compassionate, and committed to the mission of delivering high-quality general dentistry. Fri, Sat-Sunday- currently closed.