Dental Assistant, Rockwood Office (On-Call, Days)

Kaiser Permanente Northwest; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente Northwest is seeking a Dental Assistant for the Rockwood Office. The role involves providing direct support in dental care, assisting with procedures, and ensuring proper operation of equipment. Candidates should have at least one year of experience or be graduates of an ADA-accredited program. Required certifications include Dental Radiation Proficiency and Expanded Function Dental Assistant certificates. This is an entry-level, full-time position with varying workdays and locations.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience as a dental assistant or graduate from an ADA-accredited program.
• Dental Radiation Proficiency Certificate (Oregon) required.
• Pit and Fissure Sealant Certificate (Oregon) within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties permitted a dental assistant under supervision.
• Support orthodontic procedures and organize patient records.
• Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and practice policies.

Skills

Competence in four-handed dentistry

Knowledge of sterilization and infection control

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ADA-accredited dental assistant program

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Job Summary

Provide direct support to dentists, hygienists, denturists, and other provider personnel in the delivery of dental care and service within a Kaiser Permanente dental office.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties permitted a dental assistant under supervision, including applying topical anesthetic, removing sutures, assisting with procedures, taking impressions, radiographs, and training patients in oral hygiene.
• Support orthodontic procedures, organize patient records, communicate with patients, and ensure proper operation of equipment and infection control.
• Perform additional duties as assigned, ensuring compliance with laws, regulations, and practice policies.

Experience & Education

• Minimum one year of experience as a dental assistant or graduate from an ADA-accredited program.
• High School Diploma or GED required.

Licenses & Certifications

• Dental Radiation Proficiency Certificate (Oregon)
• Pit and Fissure Sealant Certificate (Oregon) within 6 months of hire
• Expanded Function Dental Assistant Certificate (Oregon) within 3 months of hire
• Basic Life Support within 3 months of hire

Additional Requirements

• Competence in four-handed dentistry, current dental materials, instruments, and equipment.
• Ability to follow instructions, work under supervision, and act professionally and courteously.
• Excellent attendance and passing a pre-employment skills test required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of sterilization and infection control equipment.

Notes

• Workdays and hours vary.
• Travel to multiple locations including Glisan, Gresham, Clackamas, and others.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider