NORTH OLYMPIC HEALTHCARE NETWORK
Location
Port Angeles, Washington
Salary
$19 - $25 / HOUR
The Dental Assistant prepares patients for treatment and assists the dental provider during clinical visits. They are responsible for flow management, instrument sterilization, and maintaining a clean, safe working environment.
Candidates must complete an accredited dental assistant program, be registered in the State of Washington, and hold a current BLS certification. Previous experience is preferred but not required as training is provided.
Prepares the patient for dental visit Prepares treatment area for patient by following prescribed procedures and protocols Provides instrumentation to treatment area; positioning instruments, suctioning, passing instruments, etc. Taking and developing dental radiographs (x-rays) Taking patients medical history and vitals when needed Preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment Educates patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control and postoperative instructions Taking impressions of patients’ teeth when needed Assists in maintaining dental supply inventory in the department Assists dental providers in managing dental emergencies Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures and policies Assisting with scheduling, phones and patient check-in when needed Other duties as assigned. Operational Excellence Work efficiently and effectively by implementing LEAN methodologies Conserve dental resources by using equipment and supplies as needed Relationship Management Establish and maintain collaborative supporting relationships with all staff and providers QualificationsQualifications: Education: · Successful completion of an accredited dental assistant program, be registered as a dental assistant with the State of Washington, Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Experience: Previous dental assistant experience preferred but not required.
Medical, Vision, and Dental coverage, 4% 401k Contribution, $50 a month HRA contribution to be used towards qualifying medical expenses, Paid Time Off (PTO) plus paid holidays. Equal Opportunity Employer: North Olympic Healthcare Network is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). All applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, family or marital status, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), genetic information, disability, creed, religion, citizenship, socio-economic status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
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