What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Mosaic Community Health and Careers?
Join Our Team as a Dental Assistant!
Are you passionate about helping others and making people smile, literally? As a Dental Assistant at Mosaic Community Health, you’re a vital part of our care team. From setting the stage with a prepped room and ready instruments to being the right hand of the Dentist during procedures, your work helps create smooth visits and great experiences for every patient. You’ll be hands-on, patient-facing, and a core part of what makes our clinic run with heart and precision.
We believe in the power of teamwork, a positive attitude, and creating a supportive space for both patients and staff. If you're someone who loves collaboration and enjoys keeping things organized, efficient, and upbeat, you’ll fit right in!
What We Offer
- Competitive Pay
- Flexible Scheduling – Choose between 4x10s or 5x8s to suit your lifestyle
- Opportunities for Career Growth
- Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Generous Paid Time Off Plans
- 401k Match
- ...and more perks to support your personal and professional wellbeing!
Patient Care
- Performs all dental assistant procedures allowable under Oregon State Law.
- Prepares patient, sterilizes and disinfects instruments, sets up instrument trays, prepares materials, and assists Dentist during dental procedure.
- Assists Dentist with charting and notes in the EMR during patient care.
- Takes dental x-rays as prescribed by Dentist.
- During procedures, passes instruments to Dentists and assists with keeping patients comfortable.
- Builds relationships with patients.
- Assists patient with signing consent and reviewing post-operative instructions.
- Answers patient questions before and after appointments.
- Instructs and educates patients on dental hygiene and proper care of dental restorations.
Clinic Operations
- Maintains a clean, organized, and professional work environment.
- Maintains the standard use of materials whenever possible at all clinic sites.
- Assists in inventory, storage and ordering supplies. This includes checking for outdated and expired inventory.
- Maintains all hand-pieces and dental equipment on repair or requested services, as needed.
- Responsible for opening and closing the operatory each working day.
What You Bring to the Team:
- A warm, welcoming presence and the ability to connect with people from all backgrounds
- Strong communication skills
- Spanish-speaking? That’s a major plus!
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Less than 2 years of experience? No problem, we’ll train the right person!
High School diploma or equivalent
CPR certification and Oregon Radiology License are great to have, but not required upon hire
Who We Are:
Mosaic Community Health prides itself on being an innovative health system that pioneers unique and creative ways to provide and improve patient access to health care. Since our founding in 2002 we have proudly served insured and uninsured patients regardless of age, ethnicity, or income.
We focus on a holistic approach to patient care by incorporating behavioral health, pharmacy, and nutrition support to serve patients in the most meaningful way. At Mosaic Community Health, you will work with incredibly dedicated and mission-centered peers and be part of a dynamic team-based environment.
Mosaic Community Health offers more than just a job, it is a lifestyle. A lifestyle of serving others. A lifestyle of being an integral part of your community. A lifestyle that offers work/life balance. A lifestyle of enjoying the outdoors!