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Dental Assistant, Grand Ave Office (On-Call, Days)

Kaiser

Portland, OR
3 days ago

Job Description

Join Kaiser as an On-Call Dental Assistant, where you'll support dental professionals in providing exceptional care. This role involves assisting with a variety of dental procedures, maintaining a clean work environment, and ensuring patient comfort. Your contributions will be vital in enhancing the dental experience for patients.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide direct support to dentists and other dental personnel
  • Perform dental assistant duties under the supervision of a licensed provider
  • Assist in various dental procedures and patient care activities
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the dental environment
  • Communicate effectively with patients and staff
  • Record and verify patient information

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum one (1) year of experience as a dental assistant
  • Graduate from an ADA accredited dental assisting program
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Dental Radiation Proficiency Certificate (Oregon)
  • Pit and Fissure Sealant Certificate (Oregon) within 6 months of hire
  • Expanded Function Dental Assistant Certificate (Oregon) within 3 months of hire
  • Basic Life Support within 3 months of hire

Preferred Qualifications

  • Basic knowledge of sterilization and infection control equipment