Dental Assistant (EFDA I, II,III) en Northwest Human Services, Inc.

Northwest Human Services is a non-profit Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and has been a 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. 

Dental Assistant (EFDA I-II-III)

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

Position Status: Full-time

Hours: Monday - Thursday | 7:30am - 5:30pm

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.

• Healthcare insurance plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
  
• Group Life: Short-Term & Long-Term Disability 100% paid by employer
  
• 403(b) retirement plan with 2% of employer contribution and up to 3% employer match
  
• Flex Spending Account
  
• PTO - 10 hours a month for FT positions 40 hrs./wk. up to 20 hours monthly as your tenure grows
  
• 7/12 Paid Holidays a year + 2 paid floating holidays for full-time positions
  
• Continuing Education & Training Benefits
  
• Employee Healthy Living Program – Gym Membership & Smoking Cessation
  

TO APPLY:

To join our team please visit our website 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.