Dental Assistant - EFDA in Portland, Oregon at Bluetree Practice Services

Dental Assistant - EFDA

• Company: Bloom + Brighten Kids Dentistry
• Location: Portland, OR 97217
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Pay: $26.00 – $30.00 per hour
• https://bloombrightenkidsdentistry.com/

Role Requirement: This position requires an active Oregon EFDA certification and a minimum of 1 year of dental assisting experience. Candidates without an EFDA certification will not be considered.

At Bloom + Brighten Kids Dentistry, we are passionate about creating healthy, confident smiles for children in the greater Portland area. We believe that when our team members feel supported, valued, and safe, they provide the best possible care to our families. If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and love working with kids, we want to meet you!

• Competitive Pay: $26.00 – $30.00 per hour
• Time Off: Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) + 6 Paid Holidays
• Comprehensive Health: Medical Insurance (5 plan options), Dental, and Vision
• Retirement: 401(k) with Company Match
• Financial Peace of Mind: Life Insurance, Short/Long-Term Disability, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Continuing Education: CPR/BLS Recertification Fees Covered
• Perks: Team Member Recognition Program & Employee Discounts (including cell phone plans)

• Certification: Active Oregon EFDA Certification (Required)
• X-Ray Certification: Active Oregon RHS Certification (Required)
• Experience: 1–3 years of clinical dental assisting experience (Pediatric experience or Open Dental software experience is a major plus!).
• Life Support: Active BLS/CPR certification.
• Mindset: A warm, patient-focused attitude with the ability to keep energy high and positive in a busy pediatric clinic.

As an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant, you will play a critical role in clinical efficiency and patient comfort:

• Chairside Excellence: Provide high-quality four-handed dentistry alongside our pediatric dentists during clinical procedures.
• Expanded Duties: Place matrix bands, place temporary restorations, and perform other EFDA duties allowed under Oregon regulations.
• Imaging: Take clear, accurate dental radiographs (RHS certification required).
• Patient Experience: Guide children and parents through their appointments, using age-appropriate language to ease anxiety and build confidence.
• Clinical Flow: Prepare, sterilize, and turn over treatment rooms efficiently to maintain a smooth daily schedule.
• Safety Leaders: Maintain perfect compliance with OSHA, CDC, and ADA safety guidelines.

If you are ready to help kids build healthy, confident smiles, we want to hear from you. Apply today to join Bloom + Brighten Kids Dentistry!

This is a safety-sensitive role and requires passing a drug screen. We follow CDC, OSHA, and ADA guidelines to ensure a safe environment.

Bloom & Brighton Kids Dentistry is a proud affiliate of Bluetree Dental, an organization dedicated to changing lives and dentistry. With partners across multiple states, Bluetree focuses on pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, and general dentistry.

Bluetree's Mission and Vision:

• Mission: To give people something to smile about, today, and tomorrow.
• Vision: Changing lives, changing dentistry.

Core Values That Guide Us:

• Caring: Prioritize the needs of patients, team members, and practices.
• Creative: Foster innovation and explore better ways to enhance dental care.
• Credible: Build trust through experience, education, authenticity, and unwavering commitment.
• Commitment: Stay dedicated to our values, mission, and vision.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, marital or veteran status, medical condition, disability, or any other status protected by law.