Dental Assistant

Gentle Dental; Roseburg (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Pharmacy benefits

EAP

Life & Disability insurance

Paid time off

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Gentle Dental in Roseburg, Oregon is opening a brand-new practice in January 2027 and is hiring a compassionate Dental Assistant to help build an exceptional patient experience from day one.

You'll support dentists during procedures, prepare rooms, take radiographs, educate patients, and uphold rigorous infection control standards, while collaborating with a caring team to ensure smooth patient flow and outstanding care.

Qualifications

• Certificate from a Dental Assisting Program.
• Current healthcare provider CPR/BLS certification.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during a variety of dental procedures while ensuring patient comfort and safety.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for patient care.
• Take dental radiographs and perform expanded functions as permitted by your certifications.
• Educate patients on oral health, treatment procedures, and post-operative care.
• Maintain infection control and sterilization standards.
• Work closely with providers and teammates to ensure efficient patient flow and a positive patient experience.

Education

Certificate from a Dental Assisting Program

CPR/BLS certification

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Be Part of Something New in Roseburg!

Gentle Dental is preparing to open a brand-new dental practice in Roseburg, Oregon, with an anticipated opening in January 2027! We're looking for a compassionate, motivated Dental Assistant to join our team and help create an exceptional experience for patients from day one.

This is a unique opportunity to help establish a new practice, build strong relationships with your providers and teammates, and become part of a supportive, patient-focused environment.

At Gentle Dental, we believe great dentistry starts with great teams. You'll work alongside dedicated dental professionals who value collaboration, quality care, and making a difference in the communities we serve.

What You'll Do

Assist dentists during a variety of dental procedures while ensuring patient comfort and safety.

Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for patient care.

Take dental radiographs and perform expanded functions as permitted by your certifications.

Educate patients on oral health, treatment procedures, and post-operative care.

Maintain infection control and sterilization standards.

Work closely with providers and teammates to ensure efficient patient flow and a positive patient experience.

Schedule & Compensation

Schedule: Full-Time

Pay: $22–$27 per hour, depending on experience and certifications

Location: Roseburg, Oregon

Anticipated Opening: January 2027

Gentle Dental offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family:

• Medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Basic life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
• 6 paid holidays and 2 paid floating holidays
• Paid time off (80 hours annually for hourly employees)
• 401(k) and deferred compensation plan
• Employee referral bonuses ($600–$2,500 depending on role)
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth

Required Qualifications

Certificate from a Dental Assisting Program

Current healthcare provider CPR/BLS certification

Qualifications That May Increase Starting Pay

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) certification

Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) credential, where applicable

Join Our New Roseburg Team!

Joining a new practice means more than starting a new job. It's an opportunity to help build a positive team culture, establish lasting patient relationships, and grow alongside an office from its very beginning.

If you're passionate about patient care and excited to be part of something new, we'd love to meet you!

Education

High School or better.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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