Dental Assistant

Advantage Dental+; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 41,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Advantage Dental+ in Portland, Oregon seeks a Dental Assistant to join a patient-centered team. You will provide chair-side support, take X-rays, enter treatment plans, and maintain patient records with meticulous care.

This role emphasizes patient education, sterilization, and collaboration with doctors and hygienists to ensure an exceptional experience for every patient. EFDA/EDDA/EFODA certification and dental software familiarity are required, with growth opportunities and a strong benefits

Qualifications

• EFDA/EDDA/EFODA or equivalent advanced dental assisting certification.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and dental software.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair-side clinical support to Doctors and Hygienists by charting, patient education, and operatory set-up and clean-up
• Take and process X-Rays as prescribed by the Dentist
• Enter patient treatment plans and maintain patient files
• Complete sterilization processes for equipment and operatories
• Educate patients on the importance of their oral health
• Work collaboratively with the team on scheduling, ensuring an exceptional patient experience, and maintaining the condition of the practice and equipment

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

EFDA/EDDA/EFODA certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Dental software

Job description

A supportive team, patient-first mentality, and industry-leading benefits package are what you will enjoy as a member of our team. Are these missing in your career? Let's connect to discuss our opportunities.

We will be adding a Dental Assistant that shares our passion for patient care and education.

As a valued team member, you'll enjoy a rewarding career with growth opportunities and a tremendous benefits package.

Primary Responsibilities Of Our Expanded Function Dental Assistants

• Provide chair-side clinical support to Doctors and Hygienists by charting, patient education, and operatory set-up and clean-up
• Take and process X-Rays as prescribed by the Dentist
• Enter patient treatment plans and maintain patient files
• Complete sterilization processes for equipment and operatories
• Educate patients on the importance of their oral health
• Work collaboratively with the team on scheduling, ensuring an exceptional patient experience, and maintaining the condition of the practice and equipment

Qualifications To Join Us As a Dental Assistant

• Advanced Dental Assistant Certification (EFDA, EDDA, EFODA)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products and working with dental software

Excellent communication skills and a commitment to partnering with all team members