Dental Assistant

Are you an experienced Dental Assistant who loves working with kids?

Well, you’re in the right place! Advanced Pediatric Dentistry of Hermiston is hiring a Dental Assistant to join our team in Hermiston, OR.

Key Details:

• Position: Dental Assistant
• Location: Hermiston, OR
• Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour, DOE
• Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday, up to 40 hours/week
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Aflac, 401(k) with 100% employer match up to 4%, Paid Time Off that grows over time, Holiday Pay, Bereavement Leave

Who We Are: At Advanced Pediatric Dentistry of Hermiston, our doctors are specialists in pediatric dentistry, and we use state of the art technology to deliver high quality care in a fun, welcoming environment. We’re proud of our strong presence in the Hermiston community and our active involvement in local events.

Most importantly, we are a team that values family, collaboration, and creating a positive, upbeat workplace where learning and growth are encouraged and everyday flies by.

What You’ll Do: As a Dental Assistant, you will work chairside with the dentist to promote good dental and general health through patient education and interaction. Responsibilities include:

• Prepare patients for treatment by welcoming, seating, draping, and helping them feel comfortable
• Assist the dentist during procedures, including chairside support and instrument transfer
• Perform visual exams and provide oral health instruction (OHI) as directed by the dentist
• Perform prophies, polish restorations using a slow‑speed handpiece, and remove excess cement with hand instruments in accordance with certification and scope of practice
• Take dental X‑rays and intraoral photographs
• Apply sealants, fluorides, and other cavity‑preventive agents as permitted by certification
• Mix filling and restorative materials
• Take dental impressions as authorized
• Answer patient and parent/guardian questions regarding oral health, treatment plans, and hygiene instructions
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with dentists, hygienists, and clinical staff to deliver high‑quality patient care

All duties will be performed in accordance with the individual’s certifications and Oregon Board of Dentistry scope‑of‑practice requirements.

Who You Are: You’re an experienced Dental Assistant who enjoys working chairside and engaging directly with patients and families. You bring confidence from your time in the field, take pride in your skills, and know how to balance efficiency with compassion, especially when working with children. Other Qualifications include:

• 2–3 years of hands on dental assisting experience in a clinical setting
• Must meet Oregon Board of Dentistry requirements for dental assistants, including required certifications for the role (e.g., radiologic proficiency
• Candidates currently certified and practicing in Washington State are encouraged to apply: Must be eligible and willing to obtain Oregon dental assistant certification through the Oregon Board of Dentistry’s certification by credential process, as applicable
• Ability to work efficiently chairside while supporting patient comfort, safety, and clinical quality
• Knowledge of infection control, dental instruments, and clinical workflows
• Professional, reliable, and team‑oriented with strong communication skills

Why Join Us?

• In office training and opportunities for professional development
• Consistent, full time hours
• A supportive, family oriented team culture
• A fun, engaging environment focused on learning and teamwork
• A practice that values its people as much as its patients

Advanced Pediatric Dentistry of Hermiston is committed to maintaining a drug-free and safe workplace and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in its health programs and activities.