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    dental assistant - Portland, United States - Veterans Health Administration

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    As a **Staff Dental Assistant**, you will be responsible for routine patient care under indirect supervision. Duties include performing selected procedures independently, with more complex tasks supervised by experienced assistants or dental supervisors.

    Qualifications:

    • Must be a **citizen of the United States**, as per VA Policy.
    • **Experience:** Six months of relevant experience OR completion of a 1-year ADA-accredited dental assistant program.
    • **Certification:** Compliance with radiologic procedures standards and basic life support methods is highly desirable.
    **Grade Determinations:**
    GS-3:
    • No requirements beyond basics
    • Role: Receive guidance for complex tasks and require close supervision.
    GS-4:
    • 1 year of experience at lower level OR 2 years of education above high school.
    • Additional Skills: Basic knowledge of infection control, dental procedures, radiographic image capture, and patient privacy requirements.
    GS-5:
    • 1 year of experience at lower level or 4-year study completion.
    • Additional Skills: Anatomy knowledge, common medical emergencies, software proficiency, and communication skills.
    GS-6:
    • 1 year of experience at lower level.
    • Additional Skills: Ability in oral anatomy identification, surgical procedures, vital signs monitoring, patient education, and dental equipment maintenance.
    **Preferred Experience:**
    **Radiologic Competence Certification** is a must. Applicants will be considered continuously for available positions until 09/30/2024.
    **Work Schedule:**
    Monday-Friday, 7:30am-5:00pm (8 or 9-hour shifts available).

    **Duties Include:**

    **Customer Service:** Respectful and courteous interaction with patients and colleagues, providing assistance and service recovery.
    **Chairside Assisting:** Prepares operatory, passes instruments safely, assists in various dental procedures, and maintains dental equipment.
    **Dental Imaging:** Exposes and modifies standard and specialty dental images, ensures diagnostic quality, and follows safety procedures.
    **Infection Control and Equipment Sterilization:** Demonstrates infection control procedures, sterilizes instruments, and follows SOPs for medical equipment.
    **Clerical Functions:** Assists in maintaining patient records, scheduling, and charting findings.

    This **Staff Dental Assistant** position offers a fulfilling opportunity to contribute to patient care and work in a supportive environment. Join us in maintaining high standards of dental care and patient service!


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