Oregon Health & Science University

Dental Assistant-Advanced - Orthodontics

Job Locations US-OR-Portland
Requisition ID
2025-34137
Position Category
Dental
Position Type
Regular Full-Time
Job Type
AFSCME union represented
Department
School of Dentistry, Orthodontics
Salary Range
$26.60 - $35.98, commensurate with qualifications and experience
FTE
1.00
Schedule
Monday - Friday
Hours
8:00am - 5:00pm
HR Mission
Academics
Drug Testable
Yes

Department Overview

At OHSU's School of Dentistry, we strive to make an impact in our community by delivering excellence in our dental care facilities, utilizing cutting-edge technologies while enhancing the knowledge of our inclusive dental professionals and leaders. We value each and every one of our professionals by providing a welcoming work environment and industry leading benefits.

 

Our departments working location is nestled in Portland's beautiful South Waterfront making it a convenient location to commute to. Our Skourtes Tower facility in the Robertson Life Sciences Building houses both our School of Dentistry and our patient clinics, providing sweeping views of the city and an unmatched setting for education, research, and exemplary oral health care.

 

The School of Dentistry shares the mission of the Oregon Health & Science University to provide educational programs, basic and clinical research, and high quality care and community programs. We strive to foster an environment of mutual respect where the free exchange of ideas can flourish.

 

The dental school prepares graduates in general dentistry and the dental specialties to deliver compassionate and ethical oro-facial health care. The Dental Assistant provides chair side assistance to Orthodontic faculty, predoctoral and postdoctoral students, and patients in the Orthodontic clinic.

 

This busy Orthodontic clinic focuses on providing excellence in patient care while training future leaders in the Orthodontic profession. Main job duties include: assisting with direct patient care, fabricating orthodontic appliances, radiographs, impressions, and assist in appointment scheduling and electronic maintaining patient records. 

Function/Duties of Position

This busy Orthodontic clinic focuses on providing excellence in patient care while training future leaders in the Orthodontic profession. Main job duties include: assisting with direct patient care, fabricating orthodontic appliances, radiographs, impressions, and assist in appointment scheduling and electronic maintaining patient records. 

Required Qualifications

  • Completion of an approved Dental Assistant training program AND
  • Two years experience as a chair side Dental Assistant in an Advanced Specialty OR
  • Three years experience as a chair side Dental Assistant in an Advanced Specialty
  • Certification by the Oregon State Board of Dentistry for Radiological Proficiency required for all positions
  • Current valid Basic Life Support (BLS) card issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) required required for all positions
  • Must have worked as a dental assistant in an advanced specialty within the last 5 years
  • Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation

All are welcome

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.

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