Dental Assistant – Neighborhood Dentistry for Kids
Thriving! It’s the best way to describe our South Salem, Oregon dental practice. Whether it’s the culture of kindness, the generous benefits, a comfortable work schedule or days filled with patients who are happy to visit, Neighborhood Dentistry for Kids is a wonderful place to work. How wonderful? You’ll join a work family that averages more than 15 enthusiastic years in our practice. It’s rare we have an opening, because our team loves how we work and where we work.
Don’t take our word for it, you can learn more about our practice, our team and Dr Bruce Sellers at kidsdentistsalem.com.
If you’re an EDFA-certified Dental Assistant with a heart for helping children experience anxiety-free care, we should talk. Our culture is important to us, we’re focused on the right fit as a person. Maybe you’re a savvy veteran looking for a change of scenery, or are relatively new to the industry seeking a friendly, experienced team to help enhance your career? Either way, if you’re dedicated, compassionate and reliable, send us your resume.
General Responsibilities:
- Create a welcoming environment for our patients as you seat them for care.
- Assist Dr Bruce and perform EFDA responsibilities independently as needed.
- Apply coronal polish and sealant placements.
- Ensure dental records are accurate, up to date, and secure.
- Prepare dental tools & materials to be used during procedures.
- Complete direct sterilization of dental units.
- Take and understand dental x-rays and radiographs.
- Educate our patients and patient families about our procedures and postoperative care.
- Adhere to universal precautions during all procedures.
- Complete other duties as necessary and assigned.
Desired Education & Certifications:
- Oregon EFDA Certified
- X-Ray (Radiology) Certified
- Sealant Certified
- BLS Certified
Qualifications & Skills:
- Self-motivated and efficient time management.
- Dedicated to providing compassionate, high-level care..
- Perseverance and comfort contributing in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of and strict adherence of OSHA, CDC, and HIPPA guidelines.
- Proficient use of digital tools and error-free data entry.
- Enthusiastic and patient with children.
- An ability to anticipate in a collaborative medical environment.
- Positive contributor to a friendly work culture.
Benefits & More:
- Full-time is typically Monday through Thursday, 8-4.
- Competitive pay with quarterly and yearly bonus opportunities.
- Room for growth.
- Must live in or be willing to relocate to the beautiful Willamette Valley near Salem, Oregon.
- Health insurance.
- Matching 401K.
- Life insurance.
- Generous paid time off and regularly scheduled practice vacations.
- Uniforms/Scrubs reimbursements.