Offering a generous new hire total compensation package which includes, but is not limited to:

• Paid time off, holiday pay, 401K, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, license reimbursement and continuing education funds.

The Pediatric Dental Assistant provides the Pediatric Dentist with assistance in the delivery of dental care and service in order to achieve the best possible treatment for the patient. 

• The specialty dental assistant must be proficient with pediatric or general assisting (pediatric experience preferred).
• Perform all dental procedures permitted consistent with the applicable state laws and regulations.
• Prepare and maintain instruments, equipment and materials for all dental procedures, while maintaining a good report with children and parents.
• Proficient with Prophy, SDF, Sealants, matrix band placement, topical anesthesia and protective restorations. 
• Assist with hospital cases including management of patients, anesthesia preparation, assisting and medical emergencies.

Sealant certificate required or willing to obtain.

Oregon

• Oregon Dental Radiologic Proficiency certificate, required or willing to obtain.
• Oregon EFDA (Expanded Functions Dental Assistant) certificate, required or willing to obtain.
• Flexibility to travel to other WDG locations within a reasonable range as described in our Travel Policy as needed based on business need.

We provide:

• A stable, dentist-owned private company with an eye on the future.
• Excellent benefits including:
  • Paid time off
  • 401k $1 for $1 match up to 5% of your compensation or the IRS limit for 401(k) contributions, whichever comes first
  • Medical, dental, life and disability insurances
  • Tuition reimbursement
• 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.

We evaluate qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status and other protected characteristics.

This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position’s scope and function in the company.

This position may be exposed to PHI in the course of his/her duties, and will handle protected information (PHI) in a manner consistent with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA).