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Department Overview
The School of Dentistry shares the mission of the Oregon Health & Science University to provide educational programs, basic and clinical research, and quality patient care and community programs. We strive to foster an environment of mutual respect where the free exchange of ideas can flourish. The dental school prepares graduates in general dentistry and the dental specialties to deliver compassionate and ethical oro-facial health care.Â
Function/Duties of Position
This Dental Assistant position supports the Graduate Periodontics Dental Clinic but also supports multiple departments within the School of Dentistry based upon clinical needs. The position requires flexibility and willingness to adapt to new situations and processes based upon the specific department that is being supported for each shift. Work units are primarily housed at the RLSB (Robertson Life Science Building) with an additional work unit at the SOD, Russell St. Dental Clinic in North Portland. EFDA certification highly encouraged.Â
Required Qualifications
- Completion of an approved Dental Assistant training program OR
- One year of experience as a chair side Dental Assistant
- 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 within the last 5 years
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.eduLearn more about this Employer on their Career Site
