
 
Dental Assistant Job Desc Performance Eval -- May 2013    Page 1 of 10   
 
    
 
 
 
POSITION TITLE:  DENTAL ASSISTANT        EMPLOYEE NAME:           
 
REPORTS TO:                DEPARTMENT: Dental  SITE:         
 
EMPLOYMENT STATUS:   NON-EXEMPT, HOURLY   DATE OF HIRE:             
 
TYPE OF EVALUATION:    Orientation    3 Month (optional)  ASSESSMENT PERIOD:      to         
    6 Month    Annual 
 
 
JOB PURPOSE: 
To provide technical and clerical assistance to dental providers in provision of clinical dental care. ICHC manages patient care 
using a team-based approach in our interactions with patients and working to achieve stated objectives and outcomes. 
 
JOB DIMENSIONS: 
Assist providers in all aspects of general dentistry; sterilize and maintain instruments, equipment and operatories; fill out 
necessary paperwork; and assist with office duties as requested. 
 
JOB QUALIFICATIONS: 
Education:   High School diploma or GED required.  Certificate from Accredited Dental Assistant program preferred. 
Certification and Licensure:   Must be a current Registered Dental Assistant with the WA State Department of Health. Current 
CPR & BLS certification. 
Experience:   One (1) year dental assistant experience preferred.  Experience working with children a plus.  Experience dealing 
with underserved populations and cultural competency a plus. 
Specialized Skills & Knowledge:   Must have general knowledge of basic dental policies & procedures and oral health issues, 
especially regarding oral hygiene.  Must be knowledgeable in dental terminology.  Must be competent in general office skills such 
as computers (Dentrix & Microsoft Office Outlook, Word & Excel), faxes, telephones, and copy machines.  Must be able to 
organize and prioritize work load.  Must maintain an effective and positive professional working relationship with staff and patients 
at all times.  Must have the ability to understand and respond effectively and with sensitivity to special population groups served 
 
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