Dental Assistant (EFDA)

Multnomah County • Portland, OR

1d • $27 - $33 • Onsite

About The Position

Integrated Clinical Services (ICS) provides quality health services for people who experience barriers to accessing care. The Dental Program works with many community partners, targeting underserved populations in Multnomah County to ensure access to dental services including providing education, prevention and dental treatment. The Dental Assistant (EFDA) is responsible for a variety of duties to assist Dentists and Dental Hygienists in the delivery of dental care to patients.

Requirements

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
• Possession of an appropriate and valid certificate of Expanded Function Dental Assistant, including a certification of radiologic proficiency issued by the Oregon State Board of Dental Examiners (A graduate from an accredited dental assistant program)
• BLS CPR Certification or ability to obtain certification within 30 days of hire.
• Successful completion of a program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental Association is a prerequisite for performing the application of pit and fissure sealants.
• Successful completion of courses of instruction required prior to certification.

Nice To Haves

• One (1) year of responsible dental assistant experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct clinical assistance and support to Dentists and Dental Hygienists
• Performs all aspects of 4-handed dentistry using effective and efficient techniques; mixes materials; places rubber dam; takes study models impressions.
• Anticipates provider needs during treatment.
• Keeps the provider informed of all schedule changes and unfilled appointments.
• Triages emergency patients, makes providers aware of clients needs.
• Performs Dental Assisting and expanded functions, including rubber cup prophylaxis, applying sealants, polishing amalgams, placing/removing matrix retainers, removes excess cement and placing temporary restorations.
• Sets up and disinfects operatories following the proper procedures ensuring all instruments and supplies are available for patient care.
• Reports necessary repair needs, observes Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidelines and monitors supply (Inventory) levels.
• Interacts with patients in a respectful and courteous manner.
• Proactively monitors client wait times and ensures patients are kept informed of schedule delays.
• Conducts phone follow-up and documentation for missed patient appointments.
• Acts as liaison with treatment staff and providers.

Benefits

• employer-funded retirement savings
• health and dental insurance at very low cost to full-time employees and their dependents
• paid parental leave
• wellness programs
• a focus on work-life balance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED