Dental Assistant - Four-Handed Dentistry & Radiography

Willamette Dental; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 34,440 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with 5% match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Flexible spending accounts

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Willamette Dental in Portland, Oregon, seeks a dedicated full-time Dental Assistant to support the delivery of dental care and ensure patient comfort. Responsibilities include assisting dentists, maintaining instruments, and providing patient care. Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and relevant credentials.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, PTO, and a 401(k) with matching. This position requires strong communication skills and knowledge of evidence-based dentistry.

Qualifications

• Required credentials to function as a Dental Assistant per state requirements.
• Experience with four-handed dentistry.
• Flexibility to travel to other locations as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of dental care and service.
• Maintain and prepare instruments and equipment.
• Counsel patients on post-operative care.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to counsel patients

Knowledge of evidence-based dentistry

Preparedness for sterilization procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ADA accredited dental assisting program

Tools

Dental radiography equipment

Personal protective equipment (PPE)

Job description

Willamette Dental in Portland, Oregon, seeks a dedicated full-time Dental Assistant to support the delivery of dental care and ensure patient comfort. Responsibilities include assisting dentists, maintaining instruments, and providing patient care. Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and relevant credentials.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, PTO, and a 401(k) with matching. This position requires strong communication skills and knowledge of evidence-based dentistry.