Dental Assistant-Advanced

Sky Pediatric Dentistry; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Oregon Health & Science University is seeking a Dental Assistant Advanced for the School of Dentistry, Pediatric Dentistry in Portland. The role supports specialty clinics with advanced duties and requires certified radiological proficiency and BLS.

EFDA certification is highly encouraged, with travel between clinics as needed. Ideal candidates have 2–3+ years in advanced specialty chair-side work, and must meet Oregon Board radiography requirements.

Qualifications

• Completion of an approved Dental Assistant training program and two years' experience as chair side Dental Assistant in an Advanced Specialty.
• Three years' experience as a chair side Dental Assistant in an Advanced Specialty.
• Radiological Proficiency certification required by Oregon State Board of Dentistry.
• BLS from AHA required; onboarding course to be completed during onboarding.
• Must have worked as a dental assistant in an advanced specialty within the last 5 years.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Advanced Dental Assistant duties within specialty clinics; provide chair-side support and assist with procedures.
• Support one or more specialty work units; flexible to different clinics and locations including RLSB and Russell Street Clinic.

Skills

Chair side Dental Assistant

BLS (AHA)

Radiological Proficiency

EFDA Certification Encouraged

Adaptability

Education

Approved Dental Assistant training program

Two years' chair side experience in Advanced Specialty

Job description

Dental Assistant-Advanced

US-OR-Portland

Requisition ID: 2026-41680

Position Category: Dental

Job Type: AFSCME union represented

Position Type: Regular Full-Time

Posting Department: School of Dentistry, Pediatric 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

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.

Function/Duties of Position

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
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation

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