Dental Assistant (EFDA I, II,III)
About The Position
Northwest Human Services is a non-profit Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and has been a leader in providing advocacy, quality healthcare and social services in Marion and Polk counties since 1970. We are a mission focused organization providing compassionate and professional medical, dental, psychiatry, mental health, and wraparound services for those in our community who need it most - uninsured individuals, families, the homeless, and migrant workers. Dental Assistant (EFDA I-II-III) Site Location: West Salem Clinic - Dental | 1233 Edgewater St NW Position Status: Full-time Hours: Monday - Thursday | 7:30am - 5:30pm Salary: DOE DA I - $20.85 - $26.05 - $31.25 DA II - $22.75 - $28.45 - $34.15 DA III - $25.05 - $31.30 - $37.55 Sign-on Bonus: $2000 (Internal candidates that are currently employed here at NWHS are not eligible for a sign-on bonus.) Referral Bonus: $500 (Referral bonus' expire at the close of this job posting) YOUR ROLE: Come join our Dental team! As an Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) you will assist the Dentist in examining and treating patients and become part of a strong and positive team focused on helping others.
Requirements
- Certified EFDA
- X-ray certified
Nice To Haves
- One-year dental assisting experience preferred
- English/Spanish preferred
Responsibilities
- Assists dentists or dental hygienist in transfer of instruments utilizing standard dental assisting principles. Including "4 handed" dentistry in preparation and delivering dental materials and instruments.
- Take digital radiographs to assist in oral evaluation and treatment planning.
- Follow established protocols for disinfecting and sterilizing operatories and dental instruments.
- Promotes teamwork and fosters cooperation among dental staff. Creates a patient centered environment in which we make all attempts necessary to schedule and treat patients in a timely manner.
- Takes vital signs and reviews and updates patient history as directed. Lays out appropriate instruments for procedures and provides emergency evaluation of patients when necessary.
- Restocks the rooms as necessary.
- Represents the Agency in the community.
Benefits
- Healthcare insurance plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
- Group Life: Short-Term & Long-Term Disability 100% paid by employer
- 403(b) retirement plan with 2% of employer contribution and up to 3% employer match
- Flex Spending Account
- PTO - 10 hours a month for FT positions 40 hrs./wk. up to 20 hours monthly as your tenure grows
- 7/12 Paid Holidays a year + 2 paid floating holidays for full-time positions
- Continuing Education & Training Benefits
- Employee Healthy Living Program - Gym Membership & Smoking Cessation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Ambulatory Health Care Services
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
