Dental Assistant (EFDA/Radiology) — Great Benefits

Native American Rehabilitation Assoc. of the NW; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with 4% Match

Paid Holidays

Sick Time

PTO

Life Insurance

Disability

FSAs

Student Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Dental Assistant position at NARA Northwest in Portland, OR is an in-person role, Tuesday through Friday, 7:15 AM – 6:00 PM, with a wage range of $26.25–$32.55 hourly. You will support dentists at chair side, handle radiographs, and help keep the clinic running smoothly.

NARA NW is committed to culturally appropriate care for American Indians and Alaska Natives. The company offers extensive benefits and growth opportunities across medical, dental, and social services.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited trade or job skills training in a certified Dental Assistant program required.
• High School diploma or GED required
• EFDA and Radiologic Proficiency certification for the State of Oregon required.
• CPR/BLS certificate required.
• Minimum of one year of work experience in a Dental or Medical office required.
• Competency in infection control and assisting in dental procedures.
• Dentrix scheduling experience strongly preferred.
• Sealant certification preferred.
• Must pass pre-employment or for cause drug tests.
• Must pass criminal background and DMV checks.
• Experience working within the Native American/Alaska Native community preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Dentist at chair side, utilizing basic and expanded function dental assistant techniques.
• Operate dental x-ray equipment, taking intraoral and digital radiographs, developing and mounting film, or storing them in appropriate electronic file.
• Maintain aseptic condition during surgical procedure, stabilizing tissue, cutting sutures and checking for signs of patient distress such as fainting or shock.
• Complete required sterilization procedures.
• Maintain dental equipment, operatories, and lab sterilization area.
• Accurately maintain electronic patient charts and records.
• Provide instructions on basic dental care or post-operative care as instructed by Dentist.

Skills

Infection control

Assisting in dental procedures

Dental office experience

Dentrix scheduling

Sealant certification

CPR/BLS

Education

High School diploma or GED

EFDA & Radiologic Proficiency Oregon

CPR/BLS certificate

Tools

Dentrix scheduling

Job description

Dental Assistant position at NARA Northwest in Portland, OR is an in-person role, Tuesday through Friday, 7:15 AM – 6:00 PM, with a wage range of $26.25–$32.55 hourly. You will support dentists at chair side, handle radiographs, and help keep the clinic running smoothly.

NARA NW is committed to culturally appropriate care for American Indians and Alaska Natives. The company offers extensive benefits and growth opportunities across medical, dental, and social services.