Dental Assistant Job at Wallace, Portland, OR

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  • Wallace
  • Portland, OR

Job Description

Do you dream of a world with brighter smiles? Are you ready to put the "sparkle" in oral healthcare? Look no further because Wallace Dental Clinic needs you! We're searching for Dental Assistants to join our fantastic dental team!

About Us: At Wallace, we're on a mission to improve the health outcomes of our community. As a not-for-profit Federally Qualified Health Center, we've been a stable and trusted healthcare provider for over 40 years. Founded by Dr. James Reuler, Wallace began by bringing essential medical care to uninsured and low-income residents. Today, we offer comprehensive medical, dental, and behavioral health services, staying deeply connected to our vibrant, multicultural community. We're committed to supporting the whole person, ensuring every individual receives the care they deserve.

Why Wallace?

  • Stability: We have been a part of our community for over 40 years!
  • No Weekends: Enjoy your weekends to the fullest!
  • Community Impact:  Make a real difference in underserved communities.
  • Exceptional Workplace:  We value diversity, individual contributions, and ongoing learning.
  • Generous Benefits:  Enjoy generous benefits, including Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance; Paid Time Off; Short-term & Long-term Disability Insurance; Life Insurance; AD&D Insurance; Flexible/Dependent Care Spending Accounts; 401k Program; Employee Assistance Program
  • Student Loan Forgiveness/Repayment:  Wallace is a qualifying employer for Loan Repayment and Public Service Loan Forgiveness Programs!

Key Details:

  • Pay Range:  Dental Assistant I (entry-level, up to 2 years of experience): $20.00 - $24.00 per hour
  • Growth opportunities are available, including potential advancement to Dental Assistant II and III.
  • Bilingual Pay Policy:  Eligible for a $1.25/hour increase for Spanish proficiency.
  • Schedule:  Full-time, Monday and Wed-Fri with 10 hour shifts. No evening and no weekends!
  • Location:  18633 SE Stark St., Suite 401 – Portland, OR 97233.

Who You Are: You bring a compassionate and caring touch to your work. With exceptional organizational skills, you ensure the smooth flow of our clinic. Your excellent communication skills create a comforting environment for patients, helping ease any anxiety they may be feeling. Your commitment to patient education enhances our mission to improve oral health in the community.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Certified DA (or ability to obtain within 90 days).
  • CPR/BLS certified.
  • Cleanliness champion – your sterilization skills are top-notch.
  • Superb computer skills – you're the tech-savvy dental dynamo.
  • Must be fluent in English, bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus. 

Nice-to-Haves:

  • Experience working in a dental clinic.
  • Familiarity with OSHA, CDC, and ADA standards.
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish.

 

Responsibilities:  As a Dental Assistant at Wallace, you’ll support our dental team, helping ensure smooth operations in the clinic. Responsibilities include:

  • Assisting dentists and hygienists during procedures.
  • Sterilizing instruments and maintaining a clean workspace.
  • Educating patients on oral health and addressing their questions or concerns.
  • Supporting the clinic’s overall operations and contributing to an efficient workflow.
  • Collaborating with a compassionate team to provide outstanding patient care.

 

  Join us and be part of the team that's truly "together in health." Let's make a difference and have some fun along the way!

 

Wallace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in the power of communities to transform their health. We embrace diversity and inclusion in a serious way because we know that it makes us stronger. We’re committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Temporary work, Flexible hours, Shift work,

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