Dental Assistant

Timber Dental; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid PTO

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Professional development

Team environment

Job summary

Timber Dental in Portland, OR Bethany is seeking a Dental Assistant with at least one year of experience to join our team. This full-time role offers a 4-day work week, chairside support, and a focus on efficient, high-quality patient care in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities include assisting clinicians, sterilizing instruments, radiographs, medical history updates, and patient education. Oregon-specific credentials to be maintained as required.

Qualifications

• One year of dental assisting experience required.
• EFDA certification preferred.
• X-ray certification required or ability to obtain per state requirements.
• Current CPR/BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist chairside during a variety of procedures.
• Prepare and sterilize instruments and operatories per infection control protocols.
• Take digital radiographs and intraoral images.
• Record and update patient medical histories and clinical notes accurately.
• Ensure patient comfort before, during, and after procedures.
• Provide patient education on oral hygiene, treatment plans, and post-operative care.
• Maintain operatory cleanliness and organization.
• Manage inventory and restock supplies as needed; support front office duties as needed.

Skills

Dental assisting

EFDA Certification

X-ray certification

CPR/BLS

Job description

Dental Assistant

Department: Dental Assistants

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Portland, OR - Bethany

Reporting To: Nicole Kobayashi

Compensation: $25.00 - $30.00 / hour

Description

Timber Dental - Bethany is seeking a skilled and dependable Dental Assistant with at least one year of experience to join our team. This role is ideal for a motivated professional who is comfortable working chairside, values efficiency, and is committed to delivering high-quality patient care in a team-oriented environment.

Schedule

4-day work week!!

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist chairside during a variety of procedures
• Prepare and sterilize instruments and operatories in accordance with infection control protocols
• Take digital radiographs (X-rays) and intraoral images
• Record and update patient medical histories and clinical notes accurately
• Ensure patient comfort before, during, and after procedures
• Provide patient education on oral hygiene, treatment plans, and post-operative care
• Maintain operatory cleanliness and organization
• Manage inventory and restock supplies as neededSupport front office duties as needed, including scheduling and patient communication

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Minimum of 1 year of dental assisting experience required
• EFDA Certification Preferred
• X-ray certification (or ability to obtain per state requirements)
• Current CPR/BLS certification required
• EFDA certification preferred (if applicable)
• Strong clinical and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate based on experience
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and vision insurance options
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment
• Modern technology and well-equipped operatories