Dental Assistant NO Nights or Weekends

Spa Creek; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Spa Creek is seeking a compassionate Dental Assistant to join our team serving residents in Senior Living Communities. Enjoy a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with no nights, weekends, or on-call obligations, and competitive compensation.

You will assist the dentist, prepare rooms and instruments, maintain infection control, and help with charting while providing patient-centered care to elderly residents and their families.

Qualifications

• Experience in dental assisting preferred.
• Current Dental Assistant certification or state registration.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, compassionate, and professional demeanor.
• Ability to work well with elderly patients.
• Dependable, organized, and team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during patient treatment and procedures.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials.
• Ensure patient comfort before, during, and after treatment.
• Maintain proper infection control and sterilization procedures.
• Assist with charting and documentation as needed.
• Provide compassionate and professional patient care.

Skills

Dental assisting experience

Communication skills

Compassionate patient care

Education

Dental Assistant certification

Job description

Dental Assistant – Monday Through Friday, No Nights or Weekends

Make a Difference in the Lives of Seniors While Enjoying an Exceptional Work-Life Balance

We are seeking a compassionate and dependable Dental Assistant to join our growing team providing high-quality dental care to residents living in Senior Living Communities. This is a unique opportunity to work with appreciative patients in a rewarding environment while enjoying a predictable weekday schedule and competitive compensation.

Position Highlights:

• Monday through Friday schedule, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• No nights, weekends, or on-call responsibilities
• Competitive compensation that is on par with, and often exceeds, traditional dental office opportunities
• Rewarding work caring for senior citizens who genuinely appreciate the care they receive
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients' health and quality of life

Our patients value the personal attention and care they receive, making this a fulfilling role for someone who enjoys building relationships and helping others.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the dentist during patient treatment and procedures
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials
• Ensure patient comfort before, during, and after treatment
• Maintain proper infection control and sterilization procedures
• Assist with charting and documentation as needed
• Provide compassionate and professional patient care

Qualifications:

• Dental Assisting experience preferred
• Current Dental Assistant certification or registration if required by the state
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Patient, compassionate, and professional demeanor
• Ability to work well with elderly patients and their families
• Dependable, organized, and team-oriented