Sea Mar Community Health Centers, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) founded in 1978, is a community-based organization committed to providing quality, comprehensive health, human, housing, educational and cultural services to diverse communities, specializing in service to Latinos in Washington State. Sea Mar proudly serves all persons without regard to race, ethnicity, immigration status, gender, or sexual orientation, and regardless of ability to pay for services. Sea Mar's network of services includes more than 90 medical, dental, and behavioral health clinics and a wide variety of nutritional, social, and educational services. We are recruiting for the following position: Sea Mar is a mandatory COVID-19 and flu vaccine organization Dental Assistant Trainee - Posting #26950 Hourly Rate: $20.00 Position Summary: Full-time Dental Assistant Trainee position available for our White Center Dental Clinic, located near Seattle, WA. The main function of the trainee is to complete the dental assistant training program and assist with the delivery of dental services to clients. This position requires the candidate to commit to finishing the CA Training Program within the scheduled program length and agree to the mutual agreement of service post completion of training. Candidate must be available to work on Saturdays. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to operate in a manner that will prevent employees/patients exposure to communicable diseases through proper infection control.  The Dental Assistant Trainee must have the ability to effectively communicate with patients and staff both verbally and in writing. Have the ability to read and interpret common written materials about dentistry. Must be able to communicate basic mathematical figures and amounts such as discounts, proportions, and percentages. Qualifications and/or Requirements: + Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent (GED). + Must participate in the Dental Assistant Program. + Must be registered with the WA State Department of Health. + Basic computer skills and familiarity with the utilization of computers. + Excellent customer service skills is a must. + Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred but not required. What We Offer: Sea Mar offers talented and motivated people the opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing community health organization. Working at Sea Mar Community Health Centers is more than just a job, it’s a fulfilling career with opportunity for advancement. The fringe benefits surpass most companies. For example, Full-time employees working 30 hours or more, receive an excellent benefit package of: + Medical + Dental + Vision + Prescription coverage + Life Insurance + Long Term Disability + EAP (Employee Assistance Program) + Paid-time-off starting at 24 days per year + 10 paid Holidays. We also offer 401(k)/Retirement options and an exciting opportunity to work in a culturally diverse environment.  How to Apply: To apply for this position, complete the online application and click SUBMIT or APPLY NOW. If you have any questions regarding the position, email Tripti Vats, Dental Supervisor, at triptivats@seamarchc.org.  Sea Mar is an Equal Opportunity Employer Posted 10/3/2024 External candidates considered after 10/8/2024 Reposted on 10/15/2024 This position is represented by Office and Professional Employees International Union (OPEIU). Please visit our website to learn more about us at www.seamar.org.  You may also apply through our Career page at https://www.seamar.org/jobs-general.html. Powered by JazzHR