Pediatric Dental Assistant (EFDA/EFPDA) – Part-Time

Gentle Dental Careers; Albany (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Basic Life Insurance, AD&D, Long-Term 

Disability Coverage

Employee Referral Bonus Program ($600–

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Gentle Dental Albany Children's is seeking a compassionate Pediatric Dental Assistant to join our team in Albany, Oregon. This part-time position offers $23.00–$26.00 per hour depending on experience, with EFDA or EFPDA certification and CPR/BLS required.

The role focuses on creating positive dental experiences for children and families. You will assist pediatric dentists, prepare rooms and materials, take radiographs as permitted, and educate families on oral hygiene while maintaining accurate

Qualifications

• Current Oregon EFDA or Expanded Functions Preventive/EFDA certification.
• Current Healthcare Provider CPR/BLS Certification.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient and compassionate approach to working with children.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist pediatric dentists during examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Help children feel comfortable and supported throughout visits.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for patient care.
• Take radiographs and other diagnostic records as permitted by Oregon regulations.
• Educate children and parents on oral hygiene and preventive dental care.
• Maintain accurate patient records and clinical documentation.
• Follow infection control, sterilization, and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with the clinical team to ensure efficient patient care.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

EFDA or EFPDA (Oregon)

CPR/BLS Certification

Job description

Gentle Dental Albany Children's is seeking a compassionate Pediatric Dental Assistant to join our team in Albany, Oregon. This part-time position offers $23.00–$26.00 per hour depending on experience, with EFDA or EFPDA certification and CPR/BLS required.

The role focuses on creating positive dental experiences for children and families. You will assist pediatric dentists, prepare rooms and materials, take radiographs as permitted, and educate families on oral hygiene while maintaining accurate