Dental Assistant, Tanasbourne Dental Office (40hrs, Days)

About the role

Tanasbourne Dental Office is seeking a Dental Assistant to support the delivery of dental care and services within a Kaiser Permanente dental office. Relocation assistance is available.

Responsibilities

• Performs all duties consistent with training and in the presence of or under the observation of a licensed provider.
• Supports non-orthodontic dentists by performing tasks such as preliminary band selection and sizing, removing fixed orthodontic appliances, checking for loose bands and brackets, and removing ligature ties and head appliances.
• Assists in the preparation and organization of patients' dental records, greeting and introducing patients, and answering their questions.
• Communicates with providers to ensure proper scheduling and flow of patients.
• Prepares, arranges, and passes dental instruments, supplies, and materials as needed.
• Ensures a clean and organized work environment and maintains equipment through preventive maintenance.
• Performs additional duties as assigned, demonstrating competence in four-handed dentistry, current dental materials, instruments, and equipment, and professional conduct.

Requirements

• Minimum one (1) year of experience as a dental assistant or graduate from an ADA accredited dental assisting program.
• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED).
• Dental Radiation Proficiency Certificate (Oregon).
• Pit and Fissure Sealant Certificate (Oregon).
• Expanded Function Dental Assistant Certificate (Oregon).
• Basic Life Support certification within three (3) months of hire.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated competence in four-handed dentistry technique.
• Satisfactory knowledge and proficiency in use of current dental materials, instruments, and equipment.
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively under both direct and indirect supervision.
• Well-organized in use of time and effort.
• Professionally courteous when interacting with patients, providers, and other employees.
• Excellent attendance record.

Skills

• Knowledge of sterilization and infection control equipment.

Benefits

Details on benefits are not specified in the job posting.

Pay

Details on pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Days/times vary. Work includes locations in Tigard, Cedar Hills, Tanasbourne, and Aloha.