Dental Assistant-Advanced

Oregon Health & Science University; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 39,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Oregon Health & Science University’s School of Dentistry is seeking a Dental Assistant Advanced to support specialty clinics in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment in Portland, OR. The role emphasizes advanced dental activities beyond a general DA scope and requires certification and recent experience in an advanced specialty.

The position is full-time, regular, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00am to 5:00pm in the South Waterfront campus, offering competitive benefits and

Qualifications

• Completion of an approved Dental Assistant training program and two years' chairside experience in an advanced specialty.
• Three years' chairside experience in an advanced specialty.
• Oregon State Board of Dentistry Radiological Proficiency certification required.

Responsibilities

• Support one or more specialty clinics within the School of Dentistry as a Dental Assistant Advanced.
• Work units located at the Robertson Life Sciences Building with an additional unit at Russell Street Clinic; limited travel may be required.
• EFDA certification is highly encouraged.

Skills

Chair side Dental Assistant

Advanced Specialty experience

Education

Dental Assistant training program

Tools

Radiological Proficiency

BLS/CPR (AHA)

Job description

Dental Assistant-Advanced

US-OR-Portland

Requisition ID: 2026-39851

Position Category: Dental

Job Type: AFSCME union represented

Position Type: Regular Full-Time

Posting Department: School of Dentistry

Posting Salary Range: $28.57 - $38.64, Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Posting FTE: 1.00

Posting Schedule: Monday - Friday

Posting Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm

HR Mission: Academics

Drug Testable: Yes

Department Overview

Join Our Team at OHSU's School of Dentistry! At OHSU's School of Dentistry, we're dedicated to making a lasting impact in our community by providing exceptional dental care, leveraging cutting-edge technologies, and nurturing the growth of our diverse dental professionals and leaders. We value each member of our team and foster a supportive, inclusive work environment, all while offering industry-leading benefits.

Function/Duties of Position

Why Work With Us? Our department is located in the heart of Portland's vibrant South Waterfront, offering a convenient commute and a dynamic, growing community. Our state-of-the-art Skourtes Tower, within the Robertson Life Sciences Building, is home to both our School of Dentistry and our patient clinics. Enjoy stunning views of the city as you work in a world-class setting that blends education, research, and top-tier oral health care.

If you're passionate about dentistry and want to be part of an innovative team.

The School of Dentistry shares the mission of the Oregon Health & Science University to provide educational programs, basic and clinical research, and quality patient care and community programs. We strive to foster an environment of mutual respect where the free exchange of ideas can flourish. The dental school prepares graduates in general dentistry and the dental specialties to deliver compassionate and ethical oro-facial health care.

Dental Assistants at the SOD perform activities common to all dental assistants and when employed in a specialty dental clinic perform advanced dental activities requiring training and experience above that of a dental assistant. Dental assistants are employed within the SOD as either a Dental Assistant or Dental Assistant Advanced. The Dental Assistant Advanced requires prior experience as a dental assistant in a dental specialty or in the provision of specialty services.

The Dental Assistant Advanced position supports one or more specialty work units (clinic) within the School of Dentistry based upon clinical needs. The position requires flexibility and willingness to adapt to new situations and processes based upon the specific work unit (clinic) to which the DA is assigned. Work units are primarily housed at the SOD in the Robertson Life Sciences Building (RLSB) at the South Waterfront with an additional work unit at the Russell Street Clinic located in Northeast Portland. Limited travel to Russell Street Clinic when needed may be required. EFDA certification is highly encouraged.

Required Qualifications

• Completion of an approved Dental Assistant training program AND two years' experience as a chair side Dental Assistant in an Advanced Specialty OR
• Three years' experience as a chair side Dental Assistant in an Advanced Specialty
• Certification by the Oregon State Board of Dentistry for Radiological Proficiency required for all positions
• BLS from AHA required. New hires will be enrolled in an OHSU training course and will be required to complete the course during the onboarding process
• Must have worked as a dental assistant in an advanced specialty within the last 5 years