Surgical Dental Assistant

Light Dental Studios • Full-time • Puyallup, Washington State, United States • $48k - $58k / year • 3m ago

Light Dental Studios is seeking an experienced Surgical Dental Assistant with DAANCE certification to support our team of oral surgeons and periodontists. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled assistant who thrives in a fast-paced surgical environment and is looking for long-term growth, stability, and advancement.

About Light Dental Studios

Light Dental Studios began as a single dental practice right here in Puyallup and has grown every single year. Now, we have 30 locations with our Puyallup location being the largest dental practice in the state of Washington (and the entire west coast) That growth has been intentional and people-focused. We promote exclusively from within, which means our continued expansion creates real opportunities for our team members to advance their careers.

We believe this creates
✔ Strong internal career paths
✔ Exceptional stability
✔ Industry-leading benefits
✔ A culture that values teamwork, accountability, and patient care

Position Overview

The Surgical Dental Assistant will work closely with our oral surgeons and periodontists, supporting a variety of surgical procedures while ensuring patient safety, comfort, and efficiency throughout the day.

This role is ideal for someone who:

Is calm under pressure
Takes pride in clinical excellence
Understands that surgical days can be dynamic
Wants to grow with an organization, not hop offices every year

Responsibilities

Assist oral surgeons and periodontists during surgical procedures
Prepare and break down surgical operatories
Maintain strict infection control and sterilization standards
Anticipate provider needs and support efficient patient flow
Educate patients pre- and post-operatively
Collaborate closely with clinical and administrative teams

Qualifications

DAANCE certification (required)
Surgical dental assisting experience (oral surgery and/or perio strongly preferred)
Current CPR/BLS certification
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Professional, patient-focused demeanor

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