Dental Assistant - Relief - Part Time
Rock Health · Tieton, WA · 5 days ago
HealthcarePart-time
Key Responsibilities
- Updating patient records
- Conducting X-ray procedures such as panoramic images and intraoral photos
- Recording periodontal charting
- Preparing instruments for provider exams
- Performing preventative care including fluoride treatments
- Assisting with infection control and sterilization
- Monitoring nitrous oxide analgesia under supervision (where applicable)
- Educating patients on oral hygiene
- Assisting in orthodontic procedures like obtaining records and fabricating retainers
- Supporting department workflow
- Managing staff breaks
- Training new employees as needed
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- BLS certification within 90 days
- Dental Assistant or EFDA registration, with registration completed within 7 days of hire
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) required for differential pay
- Knowledge of dental terminology, infection control, and manual dexterity for four-handed assisting
- Proficiency in Electronic Dental Records and Microsoft Office tools
Skills and qualities
- Strong manual skills
- Professional interaction with patients and staff
- Able to perform various assisting duties in a fast-paced environment