Dental Assistant: Chairside Pro & Patient Care

The-Coquille-Indian-Tribe; Coos Bay (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Coquille Indian Tribe is seeking a Dental Assistant to support daily clinic operations, prep treatment rooms, and assist providers during procedures in our Coos Bay dental clinic.

You will uphold infection control standards, manage records, take digital X-rays, and provide patient education while delivering a welcoming, professional experience.

Valid CDA credential and one year chairside experience required; Oregon driver's license and HIPAA knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 1 year of chairside dental assisting experience.
• Certified Dental Assistant certificate from an accredited school.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Oregon driver’s license in good standing is required.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and patient confidentiality requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assists dental providers in all required procedures.
• Follows infection control policies and procedures, including sterilization, cleaning patient care areas, and proper use of PPE.
• Maintains complete and accurate dental records, charts, and filings; prepares records for providers prior to appointments.
• Prepares treatment rooms for patient care, including cleaning and setting up instruments and supplies.
• Greets and seats patients promptly while providing a welcoming and professional patient experience.
• Provides oral hygiene instruction and performs authorized patient care services.
• Performs digital dental x-rays and takes impressions as ordered.
• Prepares treatment plans for patient signatures.
• Maintains assigned clinical equipment and areas in accordance with established safety, sanitation, and infection-control procedures.
• Tracks inventory and supply levels; receives, organizes, restocks, and replaces materials.
• Coordinates with dental staff to support efficient and effective clinic operations.
• Manages closure of operatories, sterilization room, and x-ray machines.
• Assists with the orientation and training of assigned staff and supports task coordination as directed.
• Serves as the dental receptionist in their absence.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Chairside assistance

Infection control

HIPAA/privacy

Communication skills

Record keeping

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Dental Assistant certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic dental records

Practice management systems

Job description

The Coquille Indian Tribe is seeking a Dental Assistant to support daily clinic operations, prep treatment rooms, and assist providers during procedures in our Coos Bay dental clinic.

You will uphold infection control standards, manage records, take digital X-rays, and provide patient education while delivering a welcoming, professional experience.

Valid CDA credential and one year chairside experience required; Oregon driver's license and HIPAA knowledge are essential.