Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant

Klamath Health Partnership – Klamath Falls, OR

Klamath Health Partnership is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) dedicated to providing accessible, affordable, and compassionate healthcare to the communities of southern Oregon. We value inclusivity, integrity, and collaboration.

• Assist the dentist in providing care for patients, treating them with dignity and respect.
• Take vital signs and review patient health history, updating as necessary.
• Provide initial evaluations for emergency patients and complete medical consults.
• Prepare and organize instruments and materials for procedures.
• Assist in the transfer of instruments and preparation/delivery of dental materials.
• Expose and process x-rays, retaking them when necessary.
• Maintain and sterilize dental instruments, equipment, and work spaces to ensure infection control.
• Complete and review patient forms, consents, and treatment plans.
• Provide patients with postoperative instructions and support.
• Perform other duties as assigned, such as cleaning and organizing the clinic.

• 1 year of Dental Assistant experience.
• Required:
  
  Dental Radiology and CPR/First Aid certification.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedure manuals.
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, dentists, and team members.
• Knowledge of modern office equipment, systems, and procedures.
• Life Insurance & Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Retirement Plan.
• A culture of teamwork, inclusivity, and professional growth.

• Clear verbal communication and active listening.
• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, and use of hands.
• Occasional lifting/moving of items up to 25 lbs.
• Bending, stooping, and reaching.
• Visual abilities: close and distance vision, color recognition, depth perception, focus adjustment.