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