$20-30/hour
119 N Water St Suite 103, Silverton, OR 97381, USA
We are in search of a dental assistant to join our thriving Silverton practice. We would love to find someone local who is interested in a long-term situation. Experience and prior certifications are preferred, but we would be willing to train the right person. Duties and Responsibilities - Prepare and set up operatories for procedures - Greet patients and help them get seated in the operatory - Gather patient information and health background - Take and manipulate digital radiographs - Assist the dentist chairside during examinations and all varieties of dental procedures - Take alginate impressions/bite registrations/pour stone models - Fabricate temporary crowns - Coronal polishing on young children - Perform simple denture adjustments and place soft relines - Educate patients on good oral hygiene habits - Give post-operative instructions - Monitor inventory, order, and restock supplies Preferred Qualifications - Dental assistant certificate from an accredited institution - Radiology certification - Expanded Functions certification (EFDA) - Current BLS/CPR certification - Kind and considerate of fellow employees/team player - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Attention to detail - Good listener, not afraid of constructive feedback, fast learner Please reach out if interested. Resumes and CVs accepted.