Expanded-Function Dental Assistant (EFDA)

Kaiser Permanente

Hillsboro (OR)

On-site

USD 38,000 - 54,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Hillsboro, Oregon seeks a Dental Assistant to support dentists and hygienists, with duties ranging from chairside assistance to radiographs and patient education. Licensing requirements include Oregon Radiation Proficiency, Pit & Fissure Sealant, EFDA, and BLS.

The role emphasizes four-handed dentistry, infection control, and accurate record keeping. Applicants need at least 1 year of dental assistant experience or ADA-accredited program graduate, with strong interpersonal

Qualifications

Minimum 1 year of experience as a dental assistant OR a graduate from an ADA accredited dental assisting program.
High School Diploma or GED required.
Dental Radiation Proficiency Certificate (Oregon) required.
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.
Final candidate must pass a clinical pre-employment skills test.
Demonstrated competence in four-handed dentistry technique.

Responsibilities

Provide direct support to dentists, hygienists, denturists and other provider personnel.
Assist in procedures including anesthesia application, sutures removal, rubber dam placement, radiographs and endodontic procedures.
Organize patient dental records and ensure readiness for providers.
Maintain infection control, instrument processing and equipment functionality.
Greet and educate patients on care and prevention, ensuring smooth scheduling and patient comfort.