Part Time Dental Assistant (Astoria/Portland, OR)

Arrow Dental•Portland/Astoria, OR

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Arrow Dental is seeking a part-time Dental Assistant to support its Astoria and Portland, Oregon clinic locations. The employee must be able to travel between and work at either location as needed. The role assists the dentist in providing dental treatment by preparing the treatment room, patient, instruments, and materials; passing instruments and materials; and performing procedures in compliance with the dental practice act. Clinic hours are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Pay ranges from $24.37 to $30.09 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. The position is eligible for a $3,000 sign-on bonus. Arrow Dental provides routine care, restorative therapy, and other specialty services to Medicaid and private insurance members throughout Oregon.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and completion of an accredited dental assisting program or equivalent.
X-ray certification required.
BLS for Healthcare Providers.
Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to work well under pressure amid frequent interruptions and shifting priorities.
Ability to arrive on time and attend work on a daily basis.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and project a professional business image.
Ability to travel between and work at the Astoria and Portland clinic locations as needed.

Nice To Haves

Expanded Functions (EFDA) Certificate preferred.
Two years of dental office experience preferred.
Oral surgery office experience preferred.
Dental software experience helpful.

Responsibilities

Prepare treatment rooms for patients by following prescribed procedures and protocols.
Welcome, comfort, seat, and drape patients in preparation for dental treatment.
Answer questions and requests from patients and employees.
Sterilize and deliver instruments to the treatment area, position instruments for the dentist, suction, and pass instruments.
Expose radiographs and pour, trim, and polish study casts to provide diagnostic information.
Fabricate temporary restorations and clean and polish removable appliances.
Maintain CPR certifications, emergency drugs, oxygen supplies, and emergency-number directories to help the dentist manage dental and medical emergencies.
Provide patients with oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
Chart dental hygiene services in patient records.
Protect patient confidentiality and maintain a safe, clean working environment.
Follow infection-control policies and protocols to protect patients and employees.
Maintain dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance, following manufacturer instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, arranging repairs, maintaining equipment inventories, and evaluating new equipment and techniques.
Monitor dental supply inventory, anticipate supply needs, place and expedite orders, and verify receipt of supplies.
Conserve dental resources by using equipment and supplies appropriately.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge through workshops, professional publications, networks, and professional societies.
Contribute to team efforts by completing related work and other duties as assigned.