Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (Part Time)

Willamette Dental•Milwaukie, OR

14h•$25 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

With emphasis on patient comfort and satisfaction, the Expanded Functions Dental Assistant provides dentists, hygienists, denturists, and other providers with assistance in delivering dental care and services to achieve the best possible patient treatment. The assistant performs dental procedures permitted under applicable state laws and regulations and works under a dentist’s supervision, carrying out four-handed dentistry and other dental assisting duties within the scope of the state dental practice act. The position includes preparing and maintaining instruments, equipment, and materials; taking and developing dental radiographs; asking about medical history and taking blood pressure and pulse; taking impressions for study casts; cleaning and sterilizing instruments; and maintaining an organized sterilization area. The assistant counsels patients about post-operative care and general oral health, supports patient comfort, and follows company procedures and applicable OSHA/WISHA regulations. The role requires adherence to the company’s PPE policy, including use of N95 respirators and other PPE as required. Travel to other Willamette Dental locations within a reasonable range may be needed based on business needs. Reliable and predictable attendance is essential. The position is part-time, scheduled for two 10-hour shifts on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, at the Milwaukie Practice. The expected hourly hiring range is $25–$38, depending on experience. The position is eligible for incentive pay under the company plan. It may involve exposure to protected health information, which must be handled consistently with HIPAA.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Credentials to function as a Dental Assistant in accordance with state requirements.
Appropriate credentials under state regulations.
In Oregon, current certification for Dental Radiology Proficiency.
Oregon EFDA certification within 180 days of hire.
Sealant certification.
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.
Excellent communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Graduation from an ADA-accredited dental assisting program.
EFDA qualification.

Responsibilities

Prepare and maintain instruments, equipment, and materials for dental procedures while helping patients remain relaxed and comfortable.
Perform four-handed dentistry and dental assisting duties under dentist supervision and within the scope of the applicable state dental practice act.
Counsel patients on post-operative care and general oral health, and demonstrate an understanding of evidence-based dentistry.
Take and develop dental radiographs.
Ask patients about their medical history and take blood pressure and pulse.
Take impressions of patients’ teeth for study casts.
Clean and sterilize instruments in accordance with company policies and OSHA/WISHA regulations.
Maintain a clean and organized sterilization area.
Wear required protective clothing, gloves, masks, eyewear, N95 respirators, and other PPE in accordance with company policy and regulatory requirements.
Travel to other Willamette Dental locations within a reasonable range when needed based on business needs.
Maintain reliable and predictable attendance and handle protected health information consistently with HIPAA.

Benefits

Medical insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Tuition reimbursement.
Flexible spending accounts.
401(k) retirement plan with 5% match.
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
Life insurance.
Voluntary disability insurance.
Commuter benefits.
Two complimentary pairs of Fig scrubs for clinical roles.
Employee assistance program.
At least 120 hours of PTO per employment year for eligible employees, prorated for part-time employees working less than 40 hours per week.
Seven paid holidays annually for eligible employees.
Incentive pay in accordance with the company plan.