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Oregon Health & Science University Dental Assistant 2 - Limited Duration, PART-TIME in Portland, Oregon
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.
Read more about the School of Dentistry: http://www.ohsu.edu/xd/education/schools/school-of-dentistry
PART-TIME, LIMITED DURATION POSITION
The Dental Assistant 2, under the supervision of a licensed dentist, provides chair side assistance to dentists, residents, dental students, and dental hygienists. Employees in this class may perform clerical duties such as scheduling appointments and checking in patients.
PLEASE ONLY APPLY TO THIS POSITION IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN PART-TIME EMPLOYMENT (.60 FTE FOR 3 TO 6 MONTHS)
Two years of chair side dental assisting; OR
Completion of a Dental Assistant training program; OR
Equivalent combination of experience and training
Passed the DANB exam for dental assisting/x-ray certification (does not require CDA)
Certification by the Oregon State Board of Dentistry for Radiological Proficiency required
Current valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) card issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) required
General knowledge of: equipment, procedures, and terminology used in dentistry; sterile and aseptic technique, scrubbing, and disinfecting
Standards, principles, and practices related to radiological functions
Basic knowledge of: Professional and legal standards required to work as a dental assistant; routine clerical functions (e.g., scheduling treatment)
Skill in: operation of x-ray equipment and processing film; mixing amalgams, cements, and impression materials; chair side assistance including four-handed dentistry; performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation; safely manipulating equipment, instruments, and materials; answering questions for patients, students, and health care professionals; reading patient charts and extracting significant information
Ability to stand for four continuous hours a day
Ability to walk, sit, and stand for up to four continuous hours twice per day. Ability to bend, lift and carry up to 20 lbs
Completion of a Dental Assistant training program
Two years of chair side dental assisting
PLEASE ONLY APPLY TO THIS POSITION IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN PART-TIME EMPLOYMENT (.60 FTE FOR 3 TO 6 MONTHS)
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.
Recruitment ID: 2020-6806
External Company URL: dturner
Street: Waterfront
Job Type: AFSCME union represented
Posting Department: School of Dentistry, Russell Street Dental Clinic
Posting Pay: $17.95 - $23.93 per hour
Posting FTE: 0.60
Posting Schedule: Monday - Friday
Posting Hours: 8:00am- 5:00pm
HR Mission: Academics
Drug Testable: Yes