• Dental Assistant (EFDA I, II,III)

    Northwest Human Services (Salem, OR)


    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

     

    For more information, contact the HR/Recruiting Department at: | 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.

     

    Department

     

    Dental

     

    Employment Type

     

    Full-Time

    Minimum Experience

    Entry-level

     

    Compensation

    DOE