On-Call Dental Assistant - Willamette Dental

Starting wage from $24.83-33.78 per hour, depending on experience. The dental assistant prepares and maintains instruments, equipment, and materials for all dental procedures, while ensuring our patients are as relaxed and comfortable as possible. Working under the supervision of a dentist, the dental assistant performs all aspects of four-handed dentistry and dental assisting within the scope outlined by his/her state's dental practice act. The dental assistant must be proficient in coronal polishing and sealant placement. The dental assistant must have excellent communication skills, be able to council our patients in postoperative care and general oral health, as well as demonstrate an understanding of evidence based dentistry. Dental Assistant certifications based on state requirements. **Job Qualifications** **Company Overview** **We provide:** + A stable, dentist-owned private company with an eye on the future. + A culture of inclusivity and respect in line with our core values of health, compassion, innovation and integrity. + Supportive community outreach dollars and encouragement to volunteer. + Thorough employee orientation and onboarding. **We are:** + A provider and employer of choice in the Northwest for 50 years. + Dental insurance + providers in over 50 general and specialty offices in OR, WA and ID. + Dedicated to proactive care to facilitate the best possible outcomes. **Willamette Dental Group is an equal opportunity employer.** _We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to an individual's race (including physical characteristics historically associated with race), religion, color, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy-related condition, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws._ The dental assistant prepares and maintains instruments, equipment, and materials for all dental procedures, while ensuring our patients are as relaxed and comfortable as possible. Working under the supervision of a dentist, the dental assistant performs all aspects of four-handed dentistry and dental assisting within the scope outlined by his/her state's dental practice act. The dental assistant must be proficient in coronal polishing and sealant placement. The dental assistant must have excellent communication skills, be able to council our patients in postoperative care and general oral health, as well as demonstrate an understanding of evidence based dentistry. Dental Assistant certifications based on state requirements.