Full-Time Dental Assistant
Job Description
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the number of patients you are expected to see? Does focusing on patient’s needs without selling dentistry appeal to you? Does working in a hospital setting that is multidisciplinary sound interesting? Do you have an interest in mental health? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then please consider a career as a Dental Assistant 2 with us!
What you will do!
You will be working in the dental clinic at Oregon State hospital (OSH).
On the clinical side, you will provide chairside assistance to the Dentists and Dental Hygienist. Our dentists provide all phases of general dentistry, including restorative fillings, oral surgery, endodontics, crowns, and dentures.
On the office support side, you will schedule appointments, maintains patient records, order supplies, and help out with various office tasks as needed.
What’s in it for you?
We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate in an open office with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. We offer full medical, vision and dental with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and ten paid holidays per year plus pension and retirement plans. If you’re driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
REQUIRED ATTRIBUTES:
- One year of support experience in the United States (six months of which must be chairside dental assisting experience);
OR
- A graduate of a dental assisting program
- AND Certification by the Oregon State Board of Dentistry for expanded functions (EFDA).
- AND a valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation card
- AND Certification for Radiological Proficiency
REQUESTED ATTRIBUTES:
- Experience in creating and maintaining a work environment that is respectful and accepting of diversity among team members and the people we serve.
- Hard working
- Dependable
- Works well with team members
- Takes initiative on projects
How to Apply
Complete the online application at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-72993298 total views, 0 today