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Dental Assistant

FAMILY HEALTH CENTERS·Bridgeport, Washington

$18 - $20/hr·Unknown·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 5 months ago
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About the role

Primary duties involve communicating patient health information to providers, managing records, and coordinating refill requests. The role also includes direct patient care such as obtaining vital signs, providing oral health education, administering medications, taking radiographs, and assisting with various restorative and orthodontic procedures.

Dental assistant – trainee / Entry-Level (Four-Day workweek!)

About Us

Our family-friendly dental practice is looking for a compassionate, enthusiastic team member to join our practice. We rank patient comfort and high-quality care as our top priorities. If you are eager to launch a career in healthcare, we will provide the training, mentorship, and support you need to succeed!

What We Offer

Work-Life Balance: 4-day workweek.

Competitive Compensation: Pay based on baseline skills, plus fully paid training.

Career Growth: Hands-on instruction in clinical assisting, patient care, and state registration requirements.

Key responsibilities

  • Patient communication & administration
  • Warmly welcome patients and guide them through pre- and post-operative instructions.
  • Document patient questions and update health histories in Electronic Dental Records (EDR/EHR).
  • Coordinate prescription refill requests under provider direction.
  • Clinical & chairside assisting (Trained on-The-Job)
  • Obtain and record vital signs and update health histories.
  • Place, expose, and process intraoral, panoramic, and digital radiographs.
  • Perform diagnostic tooth vitality testing and take digital impressions or scans for diagnostic models.
  • Assist the dentist during operative procedures, maintaining a clean and sterile clinical environment.
  • Fabricate and deliver temporary crowns, custom bleaching trays, and fluoride trays.
  • Provide clear Oral Health Instructions (OHI) and patient education.
  • Assist in placing/removing matrix bands, periodontal dressings, and suture removal under direct dentist supervision.

Qualifications

  • Education: High school diploma or GED.
  • Certifications: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification (or willingness to obtain prior to start).
  • Licensure: Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license with Washington State (we will assist eligible candidates with registration steps).
  • Attributes: Strong communication skills, empathy, detail-oriented mindset, and a desire to learn!

Please see the full job description attached.

Requirements

No prior experience is necessary as training will be provided, but the candidate must possess basic written, verbal, computational, and mathematical skills typically acquired through a high school education or GED. Employees are required to be registered as a Dental Assistant in Washington State and hold current basic life support certification.

  • high school
  • Medication Administration
  • Vital Signs Recording
  • Patient Communication
  • Diagnostic Testing
  • Electronic Medical Records
  • Temporary Crown Fabrication
  • Health History Updates
  • Radiograph Exposure
  • Electronic Dental Records
  • Postoperative Instructions
  • Nitrous Oxide Analgesia
  • Restorative Treatment
  • Oral Health Instructions
  • Preoperative Instructions
  • Impression Processing
  • Orthodontic Appliance Pre-fitting

Posting details

Employment type
Unknown
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$18 - $20/hr
Location
Bridgeport, Washington
Posted
Feb 12, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

FAMILY HEALTH CENTERS

Family Health Centers was established in 1985 with a primary mission to provide high quality health care services for all residents of Okanogan County regardless of the ability to pay. Family Health Centers is a nonprofit 501(c)3 that proudly offers a diverse range of primary...

Salary listed on 21 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size201-500 employees
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Market context

Washington dental assistants remain in steady demand

Dental assistants in Washington are commonly sought in general and specialty practices, and employers often prioritize candidates who can step into chairside support quickly. This role is competitive because it requires a Washington RDA license, current CPR/BLS, and hands-on experience with FMX, crown preps, temps, and cord packing. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your license and certification details before applying.

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