Job Description

Join Our Caring Dental Team as a Dental Assistant!

Location: Puyallup Tribal Health Authority | Tacoma, WA | On-Site

Schedule: Full-Time | Mon – Fri, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Hiring Range: $26.85 - $28.19 per hour

Position Close Date: May 7, 2026

Do you have a heart for helping others and a passion for providing excellent dental care? Come grow with us at the Puyallup Tribal Health Authority (PTHA), where your work directly supports the wellness of our community. We are currently hiring Dental Assistants to join our vibrant, team-oriented dental clinic. At PTHA, we serve with heart. If you’re looking to make a meaningful difference, we’d love to hear from you!

What You’ll Do:

As a Dental Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in providing quality dental care to our patients – from chairside assistance using four-handed techniques to patient education. You’ll also have the opportunity to:

• Support restorative, surgical, orthodontic, and pediatric dental care
• Perform prophys, x-rays, sealants, and fluoride treatments
• Assist with triage duties for emergency care situations
• Train and mentor new team members

What You Bring:

• Graduate from a Dental Assistant program
• Completion of a Dental Assistant externship
• Must obtain Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) certification within (3) years of hire

Why PTHA?

We are more than a clinic — we're a culturally grounded, patient-first health and wellness center serving the Indigenous community. We value teamwork, integrity, and community well-being. Here, your work has meaning.

• Work in a mission-driven, accredited organization
• Serve a close-knit patient population in an urban reservation setting
• Enjoy opportunities for professional development and training
• Experience a strong support system and inclusive team culture

Perks of the Role:

• Meaningful Mission – Contribute to the overall wellness of a tribally operated health organization dedicated to serving the Indigenous community with respect, humility, and compassion
• Engaging Experience – Hands-on experience with modern digital dental technology
• Competitive Compensation – Receive a fair salary that reflects your expertise and the impact of your work
• Supportive Team Culture – Join a collaborative and inclusive environment where respect and ethics are core values
• Cultural Enrichment – Work in an organization that values and integrates Indigenous traditions, community care, and cultural sensitivity
• Stability & Impact – Be part of a long-standing, accredited institution that plays a vital role in community health and development

PTHA Employee Benefits:

• Supportive environment that values a healthy work/life balance
• Medical/Dental/Vision monthly premiums paid 100% by PTHA for employees (health coverage begins the first of the month following hire date)
• (13) annual leave (vacation) days + (13) annual sick leave days
• (18+) annual paid holidays including a birthday holiday
• 401(k) with annual profit-sharing contributions after (2) years of service
• Life and AD&D insurance coverage
• Have student loans? PTHA is an approved loan repayment site for various student loan programs

Ready to make a difference where it matters most? Apply today to grow your skills and your heart in a place where you are truly valued.

In accordance with federal law, Native American Preference in employment applies and job placements are given on a competitive basis, using job related factors.