FW/AU Pediatric Dental Assistant

Job Description

Salary: 18-25

Auburn/Federal Way Happy Kids Dentistry and Orthodontics /Orthodontic Dental Assistant- On a good day we change smiles, on a great day we change a life!

Our vision is improving the lives of children in Washington State through improving their oral health. We do this by treating all children as our own. Are you Happy, Kind, Dedicated and Open-Minded? If yes, you’ve found the right place!

Join our friendly, pediatric patient-centered, progressive Complete Health™ focused, team-driven practice. If you are cheerful, patient, enjoy working with children and putting them at ease, this is your career opportunity.

Our Philosophy

We are a full-service pediatric dental practice looking out for our patients' Complete Health™ through the most thorough care available. Our team seeks to empower our patients and their families. We are looking for a rockstar dental assistant to join our team.

The ideal candidate is professional, confident and committed to serving patients and connecting with them to deliver the best healthcare.

Job Responsibilities

Prepare patients for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort

Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed

Sterilize instruments according to regulations

Undertake lab tasks as instructed

Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions

Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked

Schedule appointments

Maintain accurate patient records

Skilled in pediatric behavior management

Skills

Experience as a dental assistant preferred or willing to be fully trained

Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods

Understanding of health & safety regulations

Ability to perform prophylaxis as well as taking digital radiographs

Good computer skills

Excellent communication and people skills

Attention to detail

Well-organized and reliable

High school diploma; graduating from dental assisting program is preferred

Knowledge in Eaglesoft is preferred but not required

The Ideal Candidate

Is committed to continuing growth

Is a team-player

Can think outside of the box, willing to create better processes and collaborate with the team while having fun

Is dedicated to operating with integrity (keeping your word)

Pay: DOE

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

Pediatrics

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Experience:

Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

orthodontic assistant: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

X-Ray Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person at both Auburn and Federal Way locations

Happy Kids is a drug free workplace