Dental Assistant (EFDA I, II,III)

Northwest Human Services is a non-profit leader in providing advocacy, quality healthcare and social services in Marion and Polk counties since 1970.  We are a mission focused organization providing compassionate and professional medical, dental, psychiatry, mental health, and wraparound services for those in our community who need it most - uninsured individuals, families, the homeless, and migrant workers.  As a Community Health Center we value a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony.

Dental Assistant (EFDA I-II-III)

Location: West Salem Clinic - Dental | 1233 Edgewater St NW

Position Status: Full-time 
Hours: 4/10 - Monday-Thursday or Tuesday-Friday

Salary: DOE

DA I - $20.85 - $26.05 - $31.25

DA II - $22.75 - $28.45 - $34.15

DA III - $25.05 - $31.30 - $37.55

Sign-on Bonus: $2000 (Internal candidates that are currently employed here at NWHS are not eligible for a sign-on bonus.)

Referral Bonus: $500 (Referral bonus’ expire at the close of this job posting)

YOUR ROLE:

Come join our Dental team!  As an Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) you will assist the Dentist in examining and treating patients and become part of a strong and positive team focused on helping others. 

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

• Assists dentists or dental hygienist in transfer of instruments utilizing standard dental assisting principles. Including “4 handed” dentistry in preparation and delivering dental materials and instruments.


• Take digital radiographs to assist in oral evaluation and treatment planning.


• Follow established protocols for disinfecting and sterilizing operatories and dental instruments.


• Promotes teamwork and fosters cooperation among dental staff. Creates a patient centered environment in which we make all attempts necessary to schedule and treat patients in a timely manner.


• Takes vital signs and reviews and updates patient history as directed. Lays out appropriate instruments for procedures and provides emergency evaluation of patients when necessary.


• Restocks the rooms as necessary.


• Represents the Agency in the community.
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certified EFDA


• X-ray certified
  


• One-year dental assisting experience preferred


• English/Spanish preferred

SUMMARY OF BENEFITS: Our Agency strives to provide a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive within our industry.

• Competitive Salary


• Full Comprehensive Health Plans: Medical with two plan options


• Dental & Vision options


• Flex Spending Account


• Group Life: Short-Term & Long-Term Disability 100% paid by employer


• 403(b) retirement plan with 3% employer match


• PTO - 10 hours a month for FT positions @ 40 hrs./wk.


• 7½ paid holidays each year + 2 paid floating holidays for FT positions


• Continuing Education & Training Benefits


• Employee Healthy Living Program – Gym Membership & Smoking Cessation
  

Northwest Human Services sites are eligible for various Provider Incentive Programs through the Oregon Office of Rural Health and National Health Service Corps loan repayment and scholar programs as well as the Rural Practitioner Tax Cred. For more information check out the Office of Rural Health, National health Service Corps, and Public Service Loan Forgiveness websites. NWHS sites have a Primary Care HPSA Score of 18, Dental score of 19, and a Mental Health score of 22.

TO APPLY:

If you are interested in joining a team that makes a difference in the lives of many, apply online at: Employment (northwesthumanservices.org)

For more information, contact the HR/Recruiting Department at: [email protected] | 503.588.5828

All candidates who receive a written offer of employment will be required to undergo a criminal records check.

Equal Opportunity Employer | We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.