Dental Assistant I

Sea Mar Community Health Centers • Vancouver, WA

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About The Position

Sea Mar Community Health Centers is seeking a skilled Dental Assistant to support dental providers and deliver quality patient care. The role includes chairside assistance, patient education, infection control, and support for clinic operations. The work schedule is Tuesday through Saturday. Sea Mar is a mandatory COVID-19 and flu vaccine organization.

Requirements

• Complete a formal Dental Assistant program or have at least one year of experience.
• Hold Washington State DOH Dental Assistant Registration.
• Obtain BLS CPR within 90 days of hire.
• Have strong infection control and patient communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance using four-handed dentistry across multiple procedures.
• Greet and escort patients while ensuring their comfort and confidentiality.
• Assist with patient charting, vital signs, and dental documentation in Dentrix/Allscripts.
• Maintain sterilization and infection control standards.
• Support scheduling, inventory, supply ordering, and quality improvement activities.
• Train new staff and assist with competency testing and ongoing education.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package for full-time employees working 30 hours or more, including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, life insurance, long-term disability, and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid time off starting at 24 days per year and 10 paid holidays.
• 401(k)/retirement options.
• Opportunity for advancement and a culturally diverse work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed