Dental Assistant - EFDA

Role Requirement

This position requires an active Oregon EFDA certification and a minimum of 1 year of dental assisting experience. Candidates without an EFDA certification will not be considered.

Competitive Pay

Pay Range: $26.00 – $30.00 per hour

Time Off

Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) + 6 Paid Holidays

Comprehensive Health

• Medical Insurance (5 plan options)
• Dental
• Vision

Retirement

• 401(k) with Company Match

Financial Peace of Mind

• Life Insurance
• Short/Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Continuing Education

• CPR/BLS Recertification Fees Covered

Perks

• Team Member Recognition Program
• Employee Discounts (including cell phone plans)

Certification

• Active Oregon EFDA Certification (Required)
• Active Oregon RHS Certification (Required)

Experience

• 1–3 years of clinical dental assisting experience (Pediatric experience or Open Dental software experience is a major plus!)

Life Support

• Active BLS/CPR certification

Mindset

• A warm, patient-focused attitude with the ability to keep energy high and positive in a busy pediatric clinic.

As an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

• Chairside Excellence: Provide high-quality four-handed dentistry alongside our pediatric dentists during clinical procedures.
• Expanded Duties: Place matrix bands, place temporary restorations, and perform other EFDA duties allowed under Oregon regulations.
• Imaging: Take clear, accurate dental radiographs (RHS certification required).
• Patient Experience: Guide children and parents through their appointments, using age-appropriate language to ease anxiety and build confidence.
• Clinical Flow: Prepare, sterilize, and turn over treatment rooms efficiently to maintain a smooth daily schedule.
• Safety Leaders: Maintain perfect compliance with OSHA, CDC, and ADA safety guidelines.

Drug Screen Requirement

This is a safety-sensitive role and requires passing a drug screen. We follow CDC, OSHA, and ADA guidelines to ensure a safe environment.

About the Role

Bloom + Brighten Kids Dentistry is a proud affiliate of Bluetree Dental, an organization dedicated to changing lives and dentistry. With partners across multiple states, Bluetree focuses on pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, and general dentistry.

Bluetree's Mission and Vision

• Mission: To give people something to smile about, today, and tomorrow.
• Vision: Changing lives, changing dentistry.

Core Values That Guide Us

• Caring: Prioritize the needs of patients, team members, and practices.
• Creative: Foster innovation and explore better ways to enhance dental care.
• Credible: Build trust through experience, education, authenticity, and unwavering commitment.
• Commitment: Stay dedicated to our values, mission, and vision.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, marital or veteran status, medical condition, disability, or any other status protected by law.