Dental Assistant

Job Highlights

$21-26/ hour DOE and certifications
Company pays 55-75% of benefit premiums based on tenure and great coverage
Generous PTO package for all full-time team members including paid holidays
4% company match for 401k after 12 months
Access to mental health resources through partnership with Better Help

This opening is for our Woodburn office.

Role Purpose:
Foster the Purpose of Acorn Dentistry for Kids: Every Child Gets a Smile … by living the Mission of Acorn Dentistry for Kids: We promote health and confidence by entertaining and educating in a magical environment of safety, cleanliness, comfort, and fun. … with the result being the realization of the Vision of Acorn Dentistry for Kids: We are world-class in supporting a child’s health and confidence in the way they look and feel.

Role Summary:
The Dental Assistant is primarily responsible for preparing for upcoming appointments by sterilizing instruments and ensuring all necessary equipment is ready for the clinic dentist as well as initiating the appointment for incoming patients and performing routine dental cleanings in assistance with the dentist. The Dental Assistant is also responsible for taking and processing x-rays and scans. They assist the dentist during procedures by handing them instruments and anticipating their needs throughout the appointment. The Dental Assistant is responsible for teaching patients and families the importance of dental hygiene and providing recommendations.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Update and maintain electronic and paper patient dental records.

• Perform routine dental cleaning and assist the dentist with complex dental procedures.

• Take and process X-rays of patients and record other important vital signs.

• Advise patients on recommended oral hygiene.

• Log clear and accurate chart notes.

• Assist with routine maintenance in compliance and general upkeep of the clinic, including cleaning workspaces, sterilizing equipment and performing basic janitorial tasks to ensure a clean and safe work environment.

Acorn Dentistry for Kids is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent patient service skills to ensure patients feel comfortable as well as well-informed about treatment and dental wellness.

• Strong technical skills in working with a variety of dental and scheduling software’s in the office.

• Organization skills and well as focus on health and safety of working environment

• Knowledge of dental instruments

• Prior experience administering dental x-rays

• Be self-motivated and provide care that exceeds patients and parents’ expectations. Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Oregon EFPDA/EFDA Certification (open to candidates without EFPDA/EFDA but willing to obtain it)

• Current Radiology Certification

• Current Sealant Certification

• Current BLS Certification

• Strict compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and CDC

Physical Requirements:

• Repetitive use of hands to handle and control objects, tools or controls and fingers to grip, move or assemble small objects.

• Ability to twist or bend their body for uninterrupted patient appointments.

• Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time.

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Patient comfort • Oral hygiene • Patient scheduling systems • Workplace safety • Dental office • Vital signs • HIPAA compliance • Maintaining an organized workspace • Dental care patient counseling • Preparing dental treatment areas • Medical procedure assistance • Hourly pay • Ability to walk for extended periods • BLS Certification • Paid holidays • Sanitation • HIPAA • Maintenance • Health education for families • High school diploma or GED • Preparing medical treatment area • Ability to lift 50 pounds • Experience working with children • Paid time off • 401(k) 4% Match • Sealant Certification • Dental x-ray • Organizational skills • Dental equipment • Four handed dentistry • Medical equipment cleaning • Computer skills • Patient interaction • 401(k) matching • Patient charting • Clean workspace maintenance • EFDA Certification • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) • Managing patient records • Ability to stand for extended periods • Teaching • Radiology Certification • Entry level • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling