Dental Assistant

Overview Job Title: Dental Assistant. Employer: Waterfall Community Health Center, FQHC. This role supports a team-based, patient-centered dental clinic serving insured and uninsured clients, with emphasis on care for individuals facing barriers to access due to income, language, culture, or social factors. Responsibilities Adhere to Waterfall Community Health Center’s mission to remove barriers to care while performing assigned duties. Demonstrate the core values: Integrity, Respect, Accountability, Compassion, Partnership, and Collaborative Communication. Prepare dental instruments, supplies, and equipment. Perform routine equipment maintenance as assigned. Prepare dental materials such as amalgam and composite. Follow proper sterilization and infection control protocols. Conduct dental charting using an electronic medical record (EMR) system. Inventory control and management. Assist the Dentist, Dental Hygienist, and Dental Director as needed. Assist front office dental staff as needed. Place sealants, perform fluoride treatments, coronal polish, take digital x-rays, and provide oral hygiene instructions. Other related duties may be assigned by the Supervisor. Qualifications Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) Certification required within 6 months of hire. 1 year of chairside dental assisting experience preferred. Oregon Certificate of Radiologic Proficiency. Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office. Excellent verbal and written communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) preferred. Non-violent Crisis Intervention training completed within 6 months of hire and recertified prior to expiration date. BLS certification obtained within 6 months of hire. Immunizations TB test upon hire. Physical Requirements Prolonged periods sitting at a desk working at a computer. Able to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally. Able to travel as needed. Job Details Location: Dental Clinic Position Type/Status: Full-time, benefitted Travel: Minimal Wage: $19.91 - $28.53 per hour Reports to: Dental Director Wage Classification: Hourly/Non-exempt HR Review & Approval: 5/19/25 Job Category: Operations Industry: Hospitals and Health Care Benefits Competitive PTO accrual (up to 193 hours per year to start) 7 paid holidays Medical/Dental/Vision 100% employer-paid 401(k) retirement plan with 6% match Long-term disability options Life Insurance policy with optional additional voluntary coverage Voluntary: Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity coverage Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Downtown Health and Fitness gym membership discount Headspace care employer-paid membership #J-18808-Ljbffr Waterfall Community Health Center, FQHC