Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA)

Kaiser Permanente; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Oregon is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists, hygienists and other provider staff in delivering high-quality dental care at our offices. This role requires adhering to Oregon Dental Practice Act, performing four-handed dentistry and radiographic procedures while maintaining patient comfort and safety.

Responsibilities include preparing and organizing instruments, taking impressions, exposing radiographs, and assisting with procedures under supervision.

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.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to dentists, hygienists and other providers during dental care delivery.
• Prepare, organize and pass instruments; expose films and take impressions as needed.
• Maintain infection control, scheduling accuracy and a clean operatory.

Skills

Four-handed dentistry

Infection control

Patient care

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Sterilization equipment

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in Oregon is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dentists, hygienists and other provider staff in delivering high-quality dental care at our offices. This role requires adhering to Oregon Dental Practice Act, performing four-handed dentistry and radiographic procedures while maintaining patient comfort and safety.

Responsibilities include preparing and organizing instruments, taking impressions, exposing radiographs, and assisting with procedures under supervision.