Dental Assistant II (EFDA)

Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established health center is seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant II to join their multidisciplinary team. In this role, you will assist dental providers in delivering high-quality patient care, ensuring compliance with infection control and HIPAA standards. You will play a vital role in maintaining the dental operatory, managing patient flow, and supporting the overall operations of the clinic. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focused on community health, with responsibilities that include patient management, instrument preparation, and inventory control. If you are passionate about dental health and eager to make a difference, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medications used in dental treatment.
• Experience in medical/dental settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist dental provider in patient care and instrument transfer.
• Maintain cleanliness and sterilization of dental operatory.
• Order and manage dental supplies inventory.

Skills

Dental Assisting

Patient Management

Infection Control

HIPAA Compliance

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

High School Diploma

Dental Assisting Certification

Radiology Proficiency

Tools

Dental Radiography Software

Job description

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Job Description

At Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center, we honor all members of our community and acknowledge the dignity of each person we serve. Our purpose is to provide high quality, comprehensive primary health care to the communities of Washington and Yamhill counties with a special emphasis on migrant and seasonal farm workers and a view to removing barriers to health care. We strive to provide an environment that welcomes and values the people we employ and serve.

If you are unsure whether you meet all the required qualifications for this role but are interested and passionate about this potential position, we encourage you to apply.

• Assist the dental provider in transfer of instruments utilizing approved dental assisting principles. Assist the operator in preparation and delivery of dental materials. Perform expanded function duties as necessary and in accordance with certification.
• Layout necessary instruments for procedure.
• Apply dental sealants.
• Provide supportive care for patients at all times.
• Keep the operatory neat and clean during procedures and disinfect thoroughly before each patient arrives.
• Keep hand pieces properly maintained.
• Ensure that vacuum lines, unit, chair, light, instruments, and tray setups are thoroughly disinfected and properly sterilized at all times.
• Order and maintain inventory of dental supplies and provide finance with required and accurate purchase data.
• Ensure that daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance items are completed and documented visibly in the clinic.
• Support Dental Operations Manager in coordination of clinic repairs as needed.
• Restock rooms as necessary.
• Provide evaluation of emergency patients.
• Provide patient management for the dental department.
• Work with the Dental Clinic Operational Manager on infection control and OSHA guidelines.
• Take vital signs and review patient health history, updating as necessary.
• Ability to be flexible and work on weekends on special projects.
• Willing to support team members to accomplish daily activities.
• Work independently and as part of a professional team.
• Complete all required VG training as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Handle protected health information (PHI) in accordance with HIPAA.

Job Summary: The Dental Assistant II works as part of a multidisciplinary team, performing delegated clinical and administrative duties within the scope of practice, assisting the dental provider in all aspects of patient care, and traveling to other VG Dental sites as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the dental provider in transfer of instruments utilizing approved dental assisting principles. Assist the operator in preparation and delivery of dental materials. Perform expanded function duties as necessary and in accordance with certification.
• Layout necessary instruments for procedure.
• Expose diagnostic digital radiographs using existing dental radiography software.
• Apply dental sealants.
• Provide supportive care for patients at all times.
• Keep the operatory neat and clean during procedures and disinfect thoroughly before each patient arrives.
• Maintain hand pieces properly.
• Ensure thorough disinfection and sterilization of vacuum lines, unit, chair, light, instruments, and tray setups.
• Order and maintain inventory of dental supplies and provide accurate purchase data.
• Complete and document maintenance tasks regularly.
• Coordinate clinic repairs with the Dental Operations Manager.
• Restock rooms as needed.
• Evaluate emergency patients.
• Manage patient flow within the dental department.
• Collaborate on infection control and OSHA guidelines.
• Take vital signs and review patient health history, updating as necessary.
• Work on weekends on special projects as needed.
• Support team members to accomplish daily activities.
• Work independently and collaboratively.
• Complete all required VG training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Handle PHI in compliance with HIPAA standards.

Additional Requirements

• Knowledge of medications used in dental treatment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid Oregon driver’s license, reliable transportation, and insurance.
• High School Diploma or equivalent; dental assisting certification and radiology proficiency required.
• Experience in medical/dental settings preferred.

Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusion in our workforce.