Dental Assistant - Expanded Functions

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Dental Assistant Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Dental Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide essential chair-side clinical support to our Doctors and Hygienists, ensuring an exceptional patient experience throughout their appointments. You will be responsible for tasks including operatory setup and cleanup, patient education, and processing X-rays as prescribed.

Responsibilities

• Provide chair-side clinical support to Doctors and Hygienists.
• Chart patient information and educate patients on oral health.
• Set up and clean up operatories before and after appointments.
• Deliver an exceptional patient experience at all phases of their appointment.
• Take and process X-Rays as prescribed by the Dentist.
• Enter patient treatment plans and maintain files at the direction of the Dentist.
• Complete sterilization processes for equipment and operatories.
• Collaborate with the team across all areas of the practice.

Essential Skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Work Environment

You will work in a professional dental practice environment, utilizing modern dental software and Microsoft Office products. The role involves collaborative work with a team committed to patient care and maintaining high standards of oral health education.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Portland, OR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $47840.00 - $58240.00 / yr.

Benefits Paid Time Off and 9 Paid Holidays Company-Paid Volunteer Day 401k with a company match Uniforms / Scrubs Provided Quarterly Bonus Opportunities Employee Referral Program Bonuses Radiology Certification Reimbursement Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Company-Paid Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance Health Reimbursement and Flexible Spending Accounts Career Growth Opportunities

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Portland,OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 26, 2026.

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