Dental Assistant, Oregon City Dental Office (30hrs, Days)

Dental Assistant

Provide direct support to dentists, hygienists, denturists, and other provider personnel in the delivery of dental care and service within a Kaiser Permanente dental office.

Job Description

• Perform all duties permitted for a dental assistant consistent with training and under the observation of a licensed provider, including applying topical anesthetic, removing sutures, retracting tissue during operations, assisting with rubber dams, and taking impressions.
• Support the practice of a dentist provider who is not an orthodontist by performing tasks such as selecting and sizing bands, removing fixed orthodontic appliances, and taking intra-oral measurements for orthodontic procedures.
• Anticipate the needs of the provider in delivering patient care and service, prepare and organize dental instruments and materials, and maintain a clean operating field.
• Record and verify information in the patient's dental record according to established procedures and respond to medical emergency situations as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the office manager or supervisory personnel that are consistent with training and experience.

Requirements

• Minimum one (1) year of experience as a dental assistant or a graduate from an ADA accredited dental assisting program.
• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
• 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 certification within 3 months of hire.

Additional Requirements

• Demonstrated competence in four-handed dentistry technique.
• Satisfactory knowledge and proficiency in the use of current dental materials, instruments, and equipment.
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively under both direct and indirect supervision.
• Well organized in the use of time and effort with good interpersonal skills.
• Excellent attendance record.
• Final candidate is required to pass a clinical pre-employment skills test.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of sterilization and infection control equipment.

Notes

• Schedule: 3/10; Mon-Sat, Variable
• Travel: Clackamas, Rockwood, Gresham, Glisan, Eastmoreland Dental.

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.