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interstate dental clinic
Portland, OR
Dental AssistantPart Time

Job Description

Experienced Dental Assistant – Private Practice

Our growing private dental practice is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant who can confidently assist with a wide range of general and restorative procedures. We are looking for a dependable, organized professional who can keep procedures running efficiently while providing excellent patient care.

This is not an entry-level position. Dental experience is required.

Required Skills:

  • Comprehensive exam setup and assisting

  • Digital X-rays

  • Composite restorations

  • Root canal setup and assisting

  • Surgical setup and assisting

  • Strong suctioning and isolation techniques

  • Coronal polishing

  • Taking impressions and scans

  • Sterilization and infection control

  • Room setup and breakdown

  • Charting and treatment notes

  • Knowledge of OSHA and HIPAA compliance

Qualifications:

  • Dental assisting experience required

  • EFDA preferred but not required

  • Excellent communication skills

  • Strong attention to detail

  • Professional appearance and attitude

  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

  • Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented

Responsibilities:

  • Assist the doctor during all procedures

  • Prepare treatment rooms and instruments

  • Take diagnostic radiographs

  • Educate patients on treatment and home care

  • Maintain sterilization and infection control protocols

  • Ensure treatment rooms are fully stocked and organized

  • Assist with scheduling and patient flow as needed

What We're Looking For:
We want someone who takes pride in their work, stays organized, anticipates the doctor's needs, and helps create an exceptional patient experience. The ideal candidate is proactive, dependable, and comfortable assisting with everything from routine restorative procedures to root canals and surgical treatments.

Compensation:
Competitive pay based on experience.

Please submit your resume and include a brief summary of your dental experience and the procedures you are most comfortable assisting with.

Job Details

Job Type
Part Time
Typical pay (not posted by this employer)
Typical pay for Dental Assistant in Oregon: $26–$28 an hour
The middle half of 135 job posts in Oregon that listed pay in the last year, based on the lower figure of each posted range; yearly pay divided by 2,000 hours. Ask the employer what this role pays.
Specialty
Dental Assistant
Posted
June 3, 2026

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About the Employer
interstate dental clinic
Portland, OR
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