What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Therapist position at Permanente Dental Associates?
Supports the practices of an evidence-based group by being a clinical and non-clinical resource for the full scope of dental therapy, including but not limited to the full scope of services that a licensed dental therapist may perform under ORS Chapter 679 and/or RCW Chapter 18, as applicable. Educates patients on preventative measures to promote overall oral wellness in an evidence-based group practice. As requested, provides direct and indirect mentoring, supervision, and feedback to other clinical staff. Provides high-quality care and serves as a responsible steward of resources.
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*Successful candidates will be subject to a pre-employment background check.
Required Skills:
Demonstrated ability to recognize symptoms, identify treatment alternatives and recommend preventive health care measures. Understanding of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.
Required Experience:
Completion of a Dental Therapist education program that meets requirements established by rule by the Oregon Board of Dentistry or Washington Dental Quality Assurance Commission. Minimum qualifications include an applicable State License as a Dental Therapist, depending on location. Washington and Oregon providers must currently have or be able to obtain a valid CPR Certification.
Benefits:
Dental Therapists (and their dependents) are eligible to enroll in medical, dental, vision, alternative care, supplemental medical and life insurance. Additionally, employees are covered by AD&D coverage, voluntary short-term and long-term disability insurance. PDA offers an industry-leading 401(k) plan, with a generous 7.5% Safe Harbor Employer contribution which is automatically contributed and vested immediately. Plus, an additional employer supplemental 401(k) contribution and an employer sponsored defined-benefit retirement program (cash balance). PDA Dental Therapists enjoy four weeks of paid parental leave, an annual benefit reimbursement pool, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, and award-winning Wellness Program.
About Permanente Dental Associates:
Our Northwest based multidisciplinary group practice, owned by dentists, offers professional camaraderie, clinical and leadership development opportunities, a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including an industry-leading employer-funded retirement program, and the opportunity to become part-owner in the group. Decisions are in the hands of dentists, for the dentists. Additionally, PDA offers guaranteed salary and bonus opportunities with the freedom to focus on your clinical practice without the pressure of selling dentistry.
Our Mission: Better lives through total health, starting with the smile.
Our Vision: Be the leading dental group through total health for patients, the people who care for them, and the communities we serve.
