We're Expanding Our Team! Twin City Smiles Family Dentistry is growing, and we're looking for an experienced Clinical Dental Assistant to join our expanding practice in Centralia, WA. We are a modern, patient-centered practice that provides comprehensive general dentistry with a strong focus on same-day emergency care, dental implants, extractions, root canal therapy, and restorative dentistry . We are seeking a highly motivated Dental Assistant who is confident with advanced procedures, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care. Whether you're looking for full-time or part-time , we'd love to meet you. Responsibilities Assist the doctor during implant placement and implant restorations . Provide chairside assistance for routine and surgical extractions . Assist with root canal therapy, crown and bridge procedures, fillings, and other restorative treatments . Prepare treatment rooms and instruments for advanced procedures. Take diagnostic-quality digital radiographs and intraoral photographs. Seat patients, review medical histories, and obtain vital signs as needed. Educate patients on treatment and provide pre- and post-operative instructions. Maintain accurate clinical documentation and treatment notes. Follow sterilization and infection control protocols. Work collaboratively with the front office and clinical team to provide efficient patient flow, including same-day emergency appointments. Deliver an outstanding patient experience with professionalism, compassion, and teamwork. Qualifications Washington State Dental Assistant Registration required. Minimum of 2 years of chairside dental assisting experience preferred.

Experience assisting with:

Dental implants Surgical and routine extractions Root canal therapy Crown and bridge procedures Same-day emergency dentistry Proficient with digital radiography. Ability to obtain a diagnostic-quality Full Mouth Series (FMX) in approximately 10 minutes. Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills. Ability to remain calm, efficient, and compassionate in a busy clinical environment. Positive attitude, dependable attendance, and commitment to providing exceptional patient care. Schedule Full-time and Part-time opportunities available. Hours may vary based on the assigned schedule and practice needs. Typical shifts fall between 6:30 AM and 7:00 PM , Monday through Friday. With the optional Sunday. Why Join Twin City Smiles? Competitive pay based on experience. Paid holidays and paid time off (full-time employees). Continuing education opportunities. Modern technology and digital dentistry. Supportive doctor and collaborative team. Opportunity to expand your clinical skills while working with a wide variety of advanced procedures. Make a meaningful impact by helping patients receive timely, compassionate emergency and comprehensive dental care. If you're an experienced Dental Assistant who enjoys advanced dentistry, values teamwork, and wants to grow with a thriving practice, we'd love to hear from you!

Pay:

$19.50 - $29.25 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Application Question(s): Are you currently registered as a Dental Assistant in Washington State? How many years of chairside dental assisting experience do you have? Are you comfortable taking a diagnostic-quality Full Mouth Series (FMX) in approximately 10 minutes? Are you available to work shifts scheduled between 6:30 AM and 7:00 PM, Monday through Friday?

Work Location:

In person