Oral Surgery Speciality Dental Assistant — Growth & Benefits

PDS Health; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement

401K

Job summary

Portland Modern Dentistry seeks a Dental Assistant to support clinicians, deliver the Perfect Patient Experience, and help create a Patient for Life. You will prepare patients, assist with procedures, and maintain a clean, sterile environment across multiple offices.

The role requires travel between offices, valid driver’s license, and state-specific certification as applicable. Strong communication and patient care skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to high school diploma or general education degree (GED), and specified training courses as mandated by state for certification, licensure, or registration.
• Certificates/Licenses/Registrations: As mandated by applicable state.
• Specialty Dental Assistants must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance. Driver’s license must be verified by background check and MVR.
• Specialty Dental Assistants are required to travel to multiple offices per day, sometimes several times per day.
• Alternate transportation acceptable if driver’s license/insurance not available.

Responsibilities

• Perform functions in accordance with the applicable state’s Dental Auxiliaries Table of Permitted Duties.
• Actively participate in the PPE by focusing on patient comfort and needs.
• Escort patients to/from the front desk and introduce them to team members.
• Communicate with front and back office teams to ensure schedule runs smoothly.
• Maintain a clean, sterile, and cheerful environment.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment; clean operatories per infection control guidelines.
• Prepare patients for treatment and assist the dentist for efficient care.
• Complete radiographs and intra-oral pictures as directed.
• Prepare tray setups and manage supply levels in each operatory.
• Keep patients’ mouths dry and clear using suction as needed.
• Instruct patients on postoperative and general oral care.
• Record patient charting and clinician notes in the digital chart.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Education

High school diploma

One-year certificate

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Portland Modern Dentistry seeks a Dental Assistant to support clinicians, deliver the Perfect Patient Experience, and help create a Patient for Life. You will prepare patients, assist with procedures, and maintain a clean, sterile environment across multiple offices.

The role requires travel between offices, valid driver’s license, and state-specific certification as applicable. Strong communication and patient care skills are essential.