Dental Assistant

Are you the one? Come join our team and succeed with us! Endodontic Associates of Eugene/Springfield is in search of a Dental Assistant who exhibits quality service, commitment, accountability, and excellence.
The Dental Assistant provides a variety of oral health clinical procedures that assists the endodontist in providing a supreme customer experience.
This role requires good judgment and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with minimal supervision.
The ideal candidate will maintain a timely schedule, warmly greet patients, ensure patient confidence in the services provided, stock supplies, and keep the operatory sanitary.
Work Schedule: Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays This position is in a dental practice setting that involves everyday risks or discomforts that require normal safety precautions.
Duties and Responsibilities Welcomes patient with comfort to the operatory Liaison between patient and doctor Prepare operatory with sterilized instruments and materials Position and/or passes instruments, anticipating the doctor’s treatment cadence Prepare material by selecting, mixing, and placing on instruments or in patient’s mouth Take accurate digital radiographs (x-rays) and CBCT so that proper diagnosis and treatment can be achieved Educate patients on postoperative instructions and oral care Must be able to read and interpret patient records Document dental care by charting patient records Keep up with cleaning operatory including floors, cabinets, countertops.
Maintain OSHA/HIPAA safety and policy procedures Able to react effectively in emergency situations Present a professional appearance and behavior that promotes patient care and a harmonious work environment Perform administrative tasks when needed Required Skills / Abilities Competency in administering dental x-rays and sterilization techniques Working experience with electronic dental record procedures Effectively communicate with patients, doctors and colleagues in a professional and positive manner Technical skills and proficiency with dental, scheduling, office, and other software with a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel Dexterity including the ability to handle instruments effectively with both hands Professional licenses according to state guidelines Self-motivated, can multi-task and is detail-oriented Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent Dental Assistant diploma/certification from an accredited program Radiology certification CPR certification One year of experience in a dental practice; equivalent education and/or experience will be considered Knowledge of dentistry, particularly dental procedures and terminology, instruments, and hygiene Preferred Qualifications CBCT experience Knowledge of head / neck anatomy Endovision software Bilingual in Spanish is a plus Physical Requirements Prolonged periods of standing Must be able to lift-up to 15 pounds at times Visual acuity to read records and documents We value our employees! We offer fantastic benefits, such as: Health Insurance Life Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Disability insurance Flexible Spending account Health Savings account Paid time off Paid holidays 401(k) w/ matching PerkSpot Employee Discount Program Equal Opportunity Employer.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.