Dental Assistant; Per Diem

Dental Assistant (Per Diem)

Seeking an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) in a per diem status (as needed), up to 20 hours/week average. As a Dental Assistant, you're an essential part of our dental team. Your role involves supporting dental care by prepping rooms, patients, and instruments. Direct patient care and assisting Dentists are core responsibilities. Collaboration and effective teamwork are key in our environment.

Responsibilities:

• Patient Care
  • Performs all dental assistant procedures allowable under Oregon State Law.
  • Prepares patient, sterilizes and disinfects instruments, sets up instrument trays, prepares materials, and assists Dentist during dental procedure.
  • Assists Dentist with charting and notes in the EMR during patient care.
  • Takes dental x-rays as prescribed by Dentist.
  • During procedures, passes instruments to Dentists and assists with keeping patients comfortable.
  • Builds relationships with patients.
  • Assists patient with signing consent and reviewing post-operative instructions.
  • Answers patient questions before and after appointments.
  • Instructs and educates patients on dental hygiene and proper care of dental restorations.
• Clinic Operations
  • Maintains a clean, organized, and professional work environment.
  • Maintains the standard use of materials whenever possible at all clinic sites.
  • Assists in inventory, storage and ordering supplies. This includes checking for outdated and expired inventory.
  • Maintains all hand-pieces and dental equipment on repair or requested services, as needed.
  • Responsible for opening and closing the operatory each working day.

Skills & Knowledge:

Your ability to connect with patients from diverse backgrounds is crucial. Strong interpersonal and communications skills are a must. Bonus points for Spanish-speaking abilities!

Experience, Education, Licenses &

Certifications:

• High School education or better
• Preferred but not required: CPR certification, OR Radiology License

Qualifications

Experience:

Less than 2 years: 0-2 year(s) of relevant experience

Licenses &

Certifications:

Cert Dental Assistant

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