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HR Annie Consulting lists this Dental Assistant opportunity in renton, Washington. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Dental AssistantAre you passionate about providing compassionate dental patient care? Do you have experience working with kids? Are you looking to combine these into your next role? Well, you're in the right place! A Kids Place Dentistry for Children is hiring a Dental Assistant to join our team in Renton, WA!Key Details:Pay: $23 – 27/hour, Depending on experienceBenefits: Employer subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance; PTO; and (after 1 year of employment) 401k with matching and holiday payLocation: 451 Duvall Ave NE UNIT 140, Renton, WA 98059Schedule: This is a FULL TIME, Monday-Friday role with shifts starting between 6:30am – 8:30am, and ending between 2pm – 5pm, depending on the dayWho We Are:At A Kids Place Dentistry for Children, we're on a mission to change the myth of scary dentistry, one smile at a time! Serving families in Renton, we provide specialized pediatric dental care in a fun, welcoming environment designed to make every visit stress-free and enjoyable.Our team combines advanced technology, like laser frenectomies and digital X-rays, with kid-friendly amenities such as video games and movies in treatment rooms. But what truly sets us apart is our parent-directed approach, where we partner with families to create personalized care plans that respect their values and ensure every child's comfort.We take pride in enriching each child's dental experience with compassion, integrity, and kindness. Joining our team means becoming part of a practice that values collaboration, professional growth, and making a real difference in the lives of children and their families. If you're passionate about creating healthy smiles and positive experiences, you'll feel right at home here.Who You Are:You're more than a Dental Assistant; you're a trusted partner in creating positive experiences for kids and their families. You bring warmth, patience, and a genuine love for working with children. You know how to make anxious patients feel at ease and parents feel supported. You thrive in a team environment, communicate clearly, and stay calm under pressure. Organization and attention to detail are second nature to you, and you're always ready to learn and grow. Most importantly, you approach every day with compassion, integrity, and a smile, because you understand that the little things make a big difference in a child's dental experience.Other qualifications include:1+ years' experience in a Dental Assisting role OR successful completion of a dental assisting program with externshipExperience working with children, preferredExcellent communication skills to work effectively with patients, parents, and clinic staffHealthcare BLS and WISHA trainings, preferredCurrent, Washington State Dental Assisting RegistrationAbility to pass a pre-employment professional references checkWhat You'll Do: As a Pediatric Dental Assistant you will work chairside with the doctor to promote good dental and general health through education and patient interaction.A typical day will consist of:Prepare patient for dental hygiene by welcoming, soothing, seating and draping patient.Answer questions and provide parents, or guardians with information about patients' oral health, treatment, and hygieneCommunicate and work alongside dental staff to provide the patient with high level of careCompleting and reviewing patient's chart notesExamine patients' mouth for oral health, OHI, and provide any combination of the following treatments as instructed and approved by the dentist:Perform visual examsPerform ProphiesPerform 4-6 handed dentistryAssist all dental preventative and restorative proceduresTake x-rays and intraoral photosApply sealantsArrest dental decay by applying fluorides and other cavity-preventing agentsMix filling compoundsTake impressions of teethA Kids Place Dentistry for Children is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive atmosphere for all employees.
Worksite address
renton, WA, 98059, US
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