Dental Assistant-Advanced

Department Overview

At OHSU's School of Dentistry, we strive to make an impact in our community by delivering excellence in our dental care facilities, utilizing cutting-edge technologies while enhancing the knowledge of our inclusive dental professionals and leaders. We value each and every one of our professionals by providing a welcoming work environment and industry leading benefits. 

Function/Duties of Position

The Hospital Dental Services (HDS) department's working location is nestled in Portland's beautiful OHSU Marquam Hill Campus. Hospital Dental Services (HDS) provides care for medically fragile and special needs patients. Dental Assistants in the department assist in both the clinic and the operating room. Travel: Continuing education may require attendance at workshops or seminars. Ability to take the tram between Robertson Life Science Building (South Waterfront) and Marquam Hill campus required.

 

The Hospital Dental Services (HDS) dental assistant advanced functions under the direct supervision of the faculty provider, providing assistance for the faculty provider, dental students, and residents in all areas of the hospital dental department. Hospital Dental Services has three defined programs, pediatrics, adult dentistry, and oral surgery. Hospital Dental Services (HDS) provides care for medically fragile and special needs patients. Dental Assistants in the department assist in both the clinic and the operating room.

 

Schedule varies for clinic/OR days. Employee works a 40 hour work week, Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM-5:00 PM (8 hour shifts, rotating through all services GPR, OMS, PEDs, and Operating Rooms in DCH, SOR, and CHH). Environmental exposures: Blood, bodily fluids, needle sticks, nitrous oxide, scalpel cuts and minimum radiation. 

Required Qualifications

• Completion of an approved Dental Assistant training program AND two years' experience as a chair side Dental Assistant in an Advanced Specialty
• OR Three years' experience as a chair side Dental Assistant in an Advanced Specialty
• Certification by the Oregon State Board of Dentistry for Radiological Proficiency required for all positions
• BLS from AHA required. New hires will be enrolled in an OHSU training course and will be required to complete the course during the onboarding process
• Must have worked as a dental assistant in an advanced specialty within the last 5 years
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation

Why apply to OHSU?

We are Oregon's only public academic health center. In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington. All are welcome. OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply. To request reasonable accommodation, contact askhr@ohsu.edu