Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

About Us:
We are a growing pediatric specialty dental practice in Bend, Oregon committed to providing high-quality care in a friendly, patient-centered environment. As a small start-up, we are looking for an experienced and dependable Dental Assistant to join our team and help us build lasting relationships with our patients.

Position Overview:
We are seeking a motivated and skilled Dental Assistant to support our dental team in providing excellent care. The ideal candidate will be professional, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, small-office setting. In addition, this candidate would be willing to work full-time (4 days a week- Monday's off!), is looking for a long-term fit, and would like opportunity for growth within a team. We have a culture of training and helping our staff receive the highest potential certifications.

If you are EFDA and looking to obtain Restorative Functions Certificate for use in a pediatric setting, this opportunity is for you, and we would love to meet you!

Qualifications Requirements:

· Valid Expanded Functions Dental Assistant Certification in Oregon, including Radiology certification (Required)

· CPR Certified (Required)

· Sealant Certified (Preferred but not required)

· Valid Expanded Functions Dental Assistant with Restorative Functions License in Oregon (Not required)

· Experienced knowledge with Eaglesoft program a plus (Preferred but not required)

· Bilingual (Spanish. Preferred but not required. All Bilingual candidates should be able to assist in translation for our Spanish-speaking families)

· Knowledge of dental procedures, instruments, and terminology

· Excellent chairside manner and great communication skills

· Strong interpersonal skills and work well as a member of a team

· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

· Desire to collaborate with the team to maintain office sanitation and cleanliness standards

Responsibilities:

· Assist the dentist during exams and procedures (including office-based general anesthesia)

· Office sanitization and disinfection

· Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment

· Digital dental radiographs

· Preventive procedures (coronal polishing, silver diamine fluoride, sealants)

· Provide patients with oral hygiene/diet instructions as well as instructions for care following procedures

· Maintain patient records accurately and promptly

· Assist with patient scheduling and administrative tasks as needed

· Ensure a clean, safe, and organized clinical environment

Job Type: Full Time

· Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 7:30 AM-5:30 PM

· Friday: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM

· Surgery Days: 5:15 AM - approx. 3:00 PM.

Compensation/Benefits:

· Compensation: $28 - $36/hour - depending on certifications and experience

Benefits:

· Medical and Dental Insurance Plan

· On-the-job training and education reimbursements

· Positive culture and career opportunity with a growing company

· Team bonuses

· Team building activities

If this interests you, please apply with your resume and application. We look forward to receiving your resume soon.

All applicants will be reviewed, and if you are the right fit for an interview, you will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $36.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Continuing education credits
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• License reimbursement
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Uniform allowance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• EFDA Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28 - $36