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Are you interested in providing exceptional dental care and making a difference in a close‑knit community? The Klickitat Valley Health dental clinic is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Dental Assistant to join our team. Located in the KVH Family Medicine Clinic, our clinic is committed to delivering top‑notch dental services to our patients. If you are looking for a rewarding role where you can utilize your skills in a supportive and friendly environment, we would love to hear from you! Bring smiles and improve the oral health of those we serve.
The Dental Assistant is registered by the State of Washington to perform duties under RCW 18.260.040 and WAC 246‑817‑520. Duties include preparing patients for treatment, assisting the dentist or hygienist, preparing materials, rooms, and equipment, sterilization of instruments, taking x‑rays, and assisting with laboratory work. The Assistant may also perform administrative responsibilities such as inventory management, ordering, and scheduling. The Assistant provides each patient with gentle, personalized care to ensure an exceptional experience.
Casual/Per‑Diem positions are not eligible for benefits.
Qualifications Minimum Education, Training & Experience (includes licenses or certifications):
High school diploma or GED required.
Graduate of a Dental Assisting program or 3 years of dental assisting experience.
Licenses / Certifications:
Registration as a Dental Assistant through the State of Washington, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of offer.
Expanded Auxiliary Endorsement by the State of Washington preferred.
Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
Safety Sensitive per WA SB5123: No
General Accountabilities And Essential Functions
Greets patients in the waiting area and escorts them to and from the operatory.
Obtains necessary forms and signatures from the patient.
Reviews and records medical/dental history and takes vital signs of patients as needed.
Accurately charts patient information in the electronic medical record.
Reviews daily schedule to set up appropriate trays and instruments.
Chair‑side 4‑handed dentistry and prepares dental materials for the procedure.
Assists with various procedures, which include but are not limited to charting, taking and pouring of impressions, and other chair‑side duties.
Assists the dentist in the administration of treatment at the chair side as required or directed by the dentist.
Assists the Dental Clinic, front and back office, as determined by the Dentist, Manager, or Dental Provider, based on changing patient flow and clinic needs.
Explains dental treatment, post‑op instructions, or procedures to the patient.
Promotes an atmosphere supportive of good dental and general health by demonstrating good oral hygiene, questioning patients to ascertain home care status, and instructing patients in techniques of flossing and brushing in accordance with protocol.
Maintains a sterile and neat working environment.
Prepares instruments, rooms, and materials; cleans/sterilizes and maintains functioning instruments and equipment; prepares inventory on equipment and dental supplies; stocks operatories and necessary dental supplies; disinfects hard surfaces.
Takes and develops necessary X‑rays per protocol.
Relays important information to the dentist or other dental clinic staff as appropriate and necessary.
May perform administrative duties, including but not limited to scheduling, ordering, and inventory management.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Hospitals and Health Care
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Dental Assistant
role at
Klickitat Valley Health .
Are you interested in providing exceptional dental care and making a difference in a close‑knit community? The Klickitat Valley Health dental clinic is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Dental Assistant to join our team. Located in the KVH Family Medicine Clinic, our clinic is committed to delivering top‑notch dental services to our patients. If you are looking for a rewarding role where you can utilize your skills in a supportive and friendly environment, we would love to hear from you! Bring smiles and improve the oral health of those we serve.
The Dental Assistant is registered by the State of Washington to perform duties under RCW 18.260.040 and WAC 246‑817‑520. Duties include preparing patients for treatment, assisting the dentist or hygienist, preparing materials, rooms, and equipment, sterilization of instruments, taking x‑rays, and assisting with laboratory work. The Assistant may also perform administrative responsibilities such as inventory management, ordering, and scheduling. The Assistant provides each patient with gentle, personalized care to ensure an exceptional experience.
Casual/Per‑Diem positions are not eligible for benefits.
Qualifications Minimum Education, Training & Experience (includes licenses or certifications):
High school diploma or GED required.
Graduate of a Dental Assisting program or 3 years of dental assisting experience.
Licenses / Certifications:
Registration as a Dental Assistant through the State of Washington, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of offer.
Expanded Auxiliary Endorsement by the State of Washington preferred.
Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
Safety Sensitive per WA SB5123: No
General Accountabilities And Essential Functions
Greets patients in the waiting area and escorts them to and from the operatory.
Obtains necessary forms and signatures from the patient.
Reviews and records medical/dental history and takes vital signs of patients as needed.
Accurately charts patient information in the electronic medical record.
Reviews daily schedule to set up appropriate trays and instruments.
Chair‑side 4‑handed dentistry and prepares dental materials for the procedure.
Assists with various procedures, which include but are not limited to charting, taking and pouring of impressions, and other chair‑side duties.
Assists the dentist in the administration of treatment at the chair side as required or directed by the dentist.
Assists the Dental Clinic, front and back office, as determined by the Dentist, Manager, or Dental Provider, based on changing patient flow and clinic needs.
Explains dental treatment, post‑op instructions, or procedures to the patient.
Promotes an atmosphere supportive of good dental and general health by demonstrating good oral hygiene, questioning patients to ascertain home care status, and instructing patients in techniques of flossing and brushing in accordance with protocol.
Maintains a sterile and neat working environment.
Prepares instruments, rooms, and materials; cleans/sterilizes and maintains functioning instruments and equipment; prepares inventory on equipment and dental supplies; stocks operatories and necessary dental supplies; disinfects hard surfaces.
Takes and develops necessary X‑rays per protocol.
Relays important information to the dentist or other dental clinic staff as appropriate and necessary.
May perform administrative duties, including but not limited to scheduling, ordering, and inventory management.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Hospitals and Health Care
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