Dental Assistant I — Radiography & EFDA Path

Valley-Family-Health-Care; Nyssa (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Valley-Family-Health-Care is seeking a Dental Assistant I to support the dentist in primary care, maintaining sterilization and inventory, and assisting with exams and radiographs. The role reports to the Dental Director of Operations and Dental Supervisor.

Requirements include a Dental Assisting certificate, Oregon radiology proficiency, BLS, and the ability to work evenings and at alternate locations. EFDA must be obtained within six months of hire.

Qualifications

• Certification of completion from a Dental Assisting Program.
• Oregon Certificate of Radiological Proficiency.
• BLS certification in basic life support.
• Must be available to work in alternate locations and in evenings as necessary and requested.
• Receive Oregon EFDA within 6 months of starting.

Responsibilities

• Greet and seat patients and assist with forms.
• Review medical history and document pertinent information for dentist/hygienist.
• Take and record patient blood pressure when appropriate.
• Take radiographs after orders are given and develop them.
• Assist Dentist/Hygienist with exams and record findings.
• Assist with chair-side procedures per boards and state regulations.
• Maintain operatory and inventory, and sterilize instruments.
• Follow VFHC policies and procedures.

Skills

Flexibility

Evenings availability

Education

Dental Assisting Certificate

Oregon Radiologic Proficiency

BLS Basic Life Support

EFDA within 6 months

Job description

Valley-Family-Health-Care is seeking a Dental Assistant I to support the dentist in primary care, maintaining sterilization and inventory, and assisting with exams and radiographs. The role reports to the Dental Director of Operations and Dental Supervisor.

Requirements include a Dental Assisting certificate, Oregon radiology proficiency, BLS, and the ability to work evenings and at alternate locations. EFDA must be obtained within six months of hire.