Dental Assistant

Smile Brands • Tacoma, WA

21d • Hybrid

About The Position

Travel Periodontal Dental Assistant – Tacoma, WA
Bright Now! Dental, supported by Smile Brands, is seeking an experienced and patient-focused Travel Periodontal Dental Assistant to join our team in Tacoma, WA!
If you enjoy working in a specialty setting, thrive in a collaborative environment, and are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care, we'd love to meet you. This travel role offers the opportunity to support our periodontal team across multiple practice locations while expanding your skills and experience.
As a Travel Periodontal Dental Assistant, you will work closely with the periodontist to ensure efficient clinical operations and provide an outstanding patient experience throughout every stage of treatment.
Why Join Bright Now! Dental?
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Opportunity to work alongside experienced specialty providers
Professional growth and development opportunities
Variety in your work through travel between practices
Make a meaningful impact on patients' oral health every day
If you're an experienced Dental Assistant looking for a rewarding travel opportunity in periodontics, apply today and become part of a team that values teamwork, excellence, and outstanding patient care.

Requirements

• Meet all state-specific dental assistant credentialing requirements for the duties assigned in the state of employment (e.g. RDA, CDA, EFDA, state registration, or equivalent as required by the state)
• Current CPR/BLS certification (or ability to obtain prior to start date)
• Knowledge of dental terminology, infection control protocols, and OSHA/HIPAA standards
• Strong communication and commitment to excellent patient care

Responsibilities

• Assist the periodontist during periodontal procedures and surgeries
• Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments
• Take dental X-rays and maintain accurate patient records, as permitted by state regulations
• Educate patients on periodontal procedures and post-operative care
• Travel between assigned practice locations as needed
• Help create a positive, comfortable experience for every patient

Benefits

• paid time off (“PTO”)
• health
• dental
• vision
• health savings account
• telemedicine
• flexible spending accounts
• life insurance
• disability insurance
• employee discount programs
• pet insurance
• a 401k plan

What This Job Offers

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