Description

Dental Assistant, Russell St. Dental Clinic

US-OR-Portland

Requisition ID: 2026-38086
Position Category: Dental
Job Type: AFSCME union represented
Position Type: Regular Full-Time
Posting Department: School of Dentistry, Russell Street Clinic
Posting Salary Range: $25.33 - $34.26, Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Posting FTE: 1.00
Posting Schedule: Monday - Friday
Posting Hours: 7:30am - 4:30pm
HR Mission: Academics
Drug Testable: Yes

Department Overview

At OHSU's School of Dentistry, we're dedicated to making a lasting impact in our community by providing exceptional dental care, leveraging cutting-edge technologies, and nurturing the growth of our diverse dental professionals and leaders. We value each member of our team and foster a supportive, inclusive work environment, all while offering industry-leading benefits. 

 

This position will be located at the OHSU Russell St. Dental Clinic, 214 N. Russell St. Portland, OR 97227. Working shift is 7:30AM-4:30PM. 

Function/Duties of Position

The School of Dentistry shares the mission of the Oregon Health & Science University to provide educational programs, basic and clinical research, and high quality 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 oral-facial health care.

 

This Dental Assistant position supports the Russell Street 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 Russell St. Dental Clinic with an additional work unit at the SOD, RLSB (Robertson Life Science Building) on the South Waterfront. EFDA certification highly encouraged. 

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
• Current valid Basic Life Support (BLS) card issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) required for all positions
• Must have worked as a dental assistant within the last 5 years

All are welcome
Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.

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