Dental Assistant II/EFDA (La Grande, OR)

Arrow Dental; La Grande (OR); Presencial; USD 34.000 - 41.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive pay

Retention bonuses

Medical, Dental, Life Insurance

PTO and paid holidays

401k and FSA

Annual clothing allowance

Descripción de la vacante

Arrow Dental Clinic in La Grande, Oregon is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to support dentists in patient care. Responsibilities include preparing rooms and instruments, assisting with procedures, and maintaining patient records. X-ray certification and EFDA preferred, with competitive pay and benefits.

The clinic operates Monday–Thursday, offers PTO, insurance, 401k, and a sign-on bonus of $3,000, reflecting commitment to quality care and team development.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of Accredited Dental Assisting Program or equivalent.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare treatment room for patient according to procedures.
• Prepare patient for dental treatment by welcoming, seating, and draping.
• Provide instruments by sterilizing, delivering, and passing them to the dentist.
• Expose radiographs and assist with processing casts.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and safety in accordance with policies.

Conocimientos

EFDA certificate

X-ray certification

Dental office experience

BLS certification

Communication skills

MS Office

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Accredited Dental Assisting Program

Herramientas

Dental software

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Want to be part of our growing team of dental professionals that are improving dental health for individuals across Oregon? Arrow Dental Clinic is currently seeking a full-time Dental Assistant in our La Grande clinic. This position will assist the dentist in providing dental treatment. Supports dental care delivery by preparing treatment room, patient, instruments, and materials; passing instruments and materials; performing procedures in compliance with the dental practice act. This position is eligible for a sign‑on bonus of $3,000.

Arrow Dental is an Oregon-based dental care organization that offers routine care, restorative therapy and other specialty services to Medicaid and private insurance members throughout the state of Oregon.

Clinic hours Monday-Thursday 7:30 am - 5:30 pm

Benefits

• Competitive pay, retention bonuses
• Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, and Employee Assistant Program
• PTO and paid company holidays
• 401k and FSA
• Annual clothing allowance

Pay Range

$24.37 to $30.09 per hour (depending on experience). Actual pay is based on qualifications. Applicants who do not exceed the minimum qualifications will only be eligible for the low end of the pay range.

Required Skills & Credentials

• High school diploma or equivalent and completion of Accredited Dental Assisting Program or equivalent.
• Expanded Functions (EFDA) Certificate preferred.
• Two years dental office experience preferred.
• Oral surgery office experience preferred
• X-Ray certification required.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, dental software experience helpful.
• BLS for Healthcare providers.
• Strong organizational and detail orientation skills.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure work with frequent interruptions and shifting priorities.
• Ability to come into work on time and on a daily basis.
• Maintain confidentiality and project a professional business image.

Primary Functions

• Prepares treatment room for patient by following prescribed procedures and protocols.
• Prepares patient for dental treatment by welcoming, comforting, seating and draping patient
• Provides information to patients and employees by answering questions and requests.
• Provides instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to treatment area; positioning instruments for dentist’s access; suctioning; passing instruments.
• Provides diagnostic information by exposing radiograph studies; pouring, trimming, and polishing study casts.
• Maintains patient appearance and ability to masticate by fabricating temporary restorations; cleaning and polishing removable appliances.
• Helps dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certifications, emergency drugs and oxygen supply, and directory of emergency numbers.
• Educates patients by giving oral hygiene and plaque control instructions and postoperative instructions.
• Documents dental hygiene services by charting in patient records.
• Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection‑control policies and protocols.
• Ensures operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirement; following manufacturer’s instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
• Maintains dental supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
• Conserves dental resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Arrow Dental values diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We aim to demonstrate our commitment to diversity through all our business practices and invite applications from candidates that share our commitment to this diversity. Our diverse experiences and perspectives help us become a stronger organization. Let’s be better together.

Arrow Dental seeks to allow equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by law.