Dental Assistant Trainee
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 15, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 8, 2026. SEARHC scores B on the Alion truth index.
SEARHCis a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement.
Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it’s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more.
Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job
Greets, seats and prepares patient in appropriate treatment operatory
Prepares operatory in advance of appointment including instruments, radiographs, hand pieces, charts and supplies
Assists at chair-side using 4-handed techniques including tissue retraction, operatory air/water syringe and high-speed evacuation, passing instruments, preparing dental materials, maintaining dry field, etc.
Verbally relays post treatment instruction to patients
Records examination results using proper charting protocol; completes progress notes when appropriate
Responsible for basic laboratory procedures including custom acrylic trays fabrication, occlusal guard fabrication, pouring and trimming of diagnostic casts
Cleans, prepares, and maintains operatories, lab, central sterilization and tray set up area
Prepares and maintains trays, tubs, instrument packs, mobile carts and supplies in an organized and uniform manner
Performs routine basic maintenance of dental equipment hand pieces, autoclave, automatic x-ray developer, high-speed evacuation etc.
Takes impressions and bite registrations
Places and removes orthodontic ligatures, bands, separators and appliances as directed by treating dentist
Other Functions
Accompanies dentist on village field trips throughout the year
Participates in Community Prevention activities i.e. school screening, Headstart, Oral Health Programs, Health Fairs etc.
In the absence of the receptionist, answers the telephone, directs calls, takes messages, manages appointment book, and maintains patient flow
Other duties as assigned
Additional Details:
Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required
High school diploma or equivalent - required.
BLS certification within 90 days of hire - required.
Dental Assistant Trainee Clinical Competency within 3 months of hire and every 3 years - required.
Sterile Processing Competency Assessment within 6 months of hire and every year - required.
High Risk Competency required within 3 months of hireand every year
Experience Required
None
Knowledge of
Dentistry
Chair Side Dental assisting
Skills in
Strong oral & written communication skills
Advanced levels of hand & eye coordination skills
Working level of organizational skills
Ability to
Communicate with patients and staff
Follow written and verbal instructions
Treat patients and staff with respect
Position Information:
Work Shift:OT 10/40If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!