Dental Assistant

Are 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! Bellevue Kids Dentist is hiring a Dental Assistant to join our team in Bellevue, WA!

Key Details:

Pay:

$23-$28 an hour depending on experience

Benefits:

Employer subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance; PTO; and (after 1 year) 401k with matching paid holidays

Location:

2150 112th Ave NE, #A Bellevue, WA 98004

Schedule:

This is a full time, 32 - 40 hours/week, role with shifts typically running between 7:30am, and 4:30pm

Who We Are:

At Bellevue Kids Dentist, we believe every child deserves the same care and compassion we'd want for our own families.

Our mission is simple:

to make every visit a positive, stress-free experience while building a foundation for lifelong oral health. From toddlers to teens, and even special-needs patients we've cared for decades, we're committed to delivering the highest standard of care in a fun, friendly, and comfortable environment. Our team is energetic, and full of personality. We laugh together, support each other, and share a passion for helping kids feel confident about their smiles. With three amazing doctors, dedicated front desk staff, and skilled assistants, we've built a collaborative, upbeat workplace where everyone plays an important role. If you're looking for a place where your work truly matters, where families trust you and teammates cheer you on, you'll feel right at home here. To learn more, check out our website: https://www.bellevuekidsdentist.com/

Who You Are:

You're an enthusiastic and compassionate dental assistant who thrives in a fast paced, team oriented pediatric environment. You love working chairside with doctors to educate and engage patients, helping promote lifelong dental and overall health. You're energized by meaningful patient interaction and take pride in creating positive experiences for children and families.

Other qualifications include:

Washington State Dental Assistant Registration 6+ months of dental assisting experience or graduation from an accredited dental assisting program (Preferred) CPR and WISHA certification (Preferred) Experience working with children (Preferred) Excellent communication skills to work effectively with patients, parents, and clinic staff Ability to pass a pre-employment background and professional references check

What 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: Preparing patients for treatment and ensuring a comfortable experience Assisting with fillings, stainless steel crowns, extractions, and other pediatric procedures Performing coronal polishing (prophies), fluoride treatments, and sealants Taking digital x-rays and dental impressions Sterilizing instruments and disinfecting operatories Assisting with four handed and six handed dentistry Educating parents and patients on oral hygiene and post-op care Charting treatment notes accurately and managing documentation Supporting infection control and inventory management Collaborating with a positive, patient centered team Join a team that's passionate about happy kids and healthy smiles. We're excited to meet someone who shares our commitment to compassionate care and community connection. Bellevue Kids Dentist is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive atmosphere for all employees.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$24.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance On-the-job training Paid time off Vision insurance

Schedule:

No nights No weekends

Experience:

Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Bellevue, WA (Required)

Work Location:

In person