Job Details

Worksource Oregon is partnering with a Portland, OR employer whose mission is to provide high-quality, affordable health care services and to improve the health of our members and the communities we serve.

BENEFITS:

Comprehensive Benefits Include:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage.

Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays.

Retirement Plans with Employer Matching.

Tuition Reimbursement & Continuing Education.

Support Wellness Programs & Employee Assistance.

JOB DUTIES:

Provide direct support to dentists, hygienists, denturists and other provider personnel in the delivery of dental care and service within a Kaiser Permanente dental office.

Performs all of the duties permitted a dental assistant consistent with the individuals training and in the presence of or under the observation of a licensed provider as referenced in State Dental Practice Act and the related Administrative Rules.

REQUIREMENTS:

High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED).

Minimum One (1) year of experience as a dental assistant OR a graduate from an ADA accredited dental assisting program.

Dental Radiation Proficiency Certificate (Oregon)

Demonstrated competence in four-handed dentistry technique.

Satisfactory level of knowledge and proficiency in use of current dental materials, instruments and equipment.

Demonstrated ability to follow instructions and work effectively under both direct and indirect supervision.

Well organized in use of time and effort.

Demonstrated capacity to act in a professionally courteous manner when interacting with patients, providers and other employees - good interpersonal skills.

Pass a clinical pre-employment skills test.

Complete a pre-employment drug test and criminal background check.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Pit and Fissure Sealant Certificate (Oregon)

Expanded Function Dental Assistant Certificate (Oregon)

Basic Life Support

Basic knowledge of sterilization and infection control equipment

HOURS:

Full time – 40 hours. Four 10 hour shifts

Schedules are available Monday through Saturday between 7:00am-6:00pm.