Dental Assistant

Waterfall Community Health Center; Oregon, North Bend (IL, WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community health center is seeking a Dental Assistant to join their patient-centered clinic. The role involves providing chairside assistance, performing clinical duties, and ensuring compliance with health protocols. Ideal candidates will have EFDA Certification and strong communication skills, contributing to a team focused on removing barriers to dental care.

Benefits

Student loan repayment options up to $200/month

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance paid 100% by employer

401K with 6% match

Up to 193 hours of PTO annually

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Gym membership discount

Headspace employer-paid mindfulness membership

Qualifications

• EFDA Certification required within 6 months of hire.
• Preferred: 1 year of chairside dental assisting experience.
• Complete Non-violent Crisis Intervention training within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance and perform clinical duties.
• Prepare dental instruments and follow infection control protocols.
• Assist with procedures like sealants and digital x-rays.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Education

EFDA Certification

Oregon Certificate of Radiologic Proficiency

BLS Certification

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Dental Assistant

Job Category: Operations

Wage Classification: Hourly/Non-exempt

Location: Dental Clinic

Position Type/Status: Full-time, benefitted

Travel: Minimal

Wage: $19.91 to $28.53 per hour

Reports to: Dental Director

Manages Direct Reports: No

HR Review & Approval: 5/19/25

Job Description

Job Purpose:

The Dental Assistant works in a team-based, patient-centered dental clinic serving insured and uninsured clients, with a focus on those facing barriers to access due to income, language, cultural, or social factors. The role provides chairside assistance and performs clinical duties alongside the Dentist, Dental Hygienist, and Dental Director.

Duties:

• Adhere to the mission and values of Waterfall Community Health Center, removing barriers to care.
• Demonstrate core values: Integrity, Respect, Accountability, Compassion, Partnership, and Collaborative Communication.
• Prepare dental instruments, supplies, and equipment.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance.
• Prepare dental materials such as amalgam and composite.
• Follow sterilization and infection control protocols.
• Perform dental charting using electronic medical records (EMR).
• Manage inventory control.
• Assist Dental Hygienist and front office staff as needed.
• Perform procedures like sealants, fluoride treatments, coronal polish, digital x-rays, and oral hygiene instructions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications:

• EFDA Certification required within 6 months of hire.
• Preferred: 1 year of chairside dental assisting experience.
• Oregon Certificate of Radiologic Proficiency.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Experience with EMR preferred.
• Complete Non-violent Crisis Intervention training within 6 months of hire and recertify before expiration.
• BLS certification within 6 months of hire.

Immunizations:

• TB test upon hire.

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting at a desk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Benefits:

• Student loan repayment options up to $200/month.
• Potential $50,000 every 3 years for providers with a master's degree or higher.
• Up to 193 hours of PTO annually.
• 7 paid holidays (must be scheduled to work the holiday).
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance paid 100% by employer.
• 401K with 6% match.
• Options for long-term disability, additional voluntary life, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Gym membership discount at Downtown Health and Fitness.
• Employee recognition platform Bonusly.
• Headspace employer-paid mindfulness membership.