Dental Assistant Jobs in Woodburn, OR

A Dental Assistant plays a crucial role in the dental industry by assisting dentists during patient procedures, providing patient care and comfort, preparing dental instruments, sterilizing instruments, and performing office management tasks. They also perform laboratory duties such as making dental casts and taking digital x-rays. Their role is vital to the smooth operation of dental clinics and hospitals, ensuring patients receive the highest standard of care and support. Dental Assistants should have excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, adept manual dexterity, and high levels of patience and empathy.

Dental Assistants must have proper certifications, often requiring the completion of an accredited dental assistant program resulting in a certificate or diploma. Some states may require dental assistants to be licensed or registered, involving passing a written or practical exam. Before becoming a Dental Assistant, a person may start their career as a Dental Office Receptionist handling scheduling and billing. Others may begin as a Dental Hygienist, focusing on preventative dental care, or as a Medical Assistant, gaining foundational healthcare skills that can be applied in a dental setting.

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Advantage Dental Oral Health Center

Dental Assistant

We will be adding a Dental Assistant that shares our passion for patient care and education....

Advantage Dental Oral Health Center

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

We will be adding an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant that shares our passion for patient care and education....

Certified Dental Assistant

  • Newberg, OR (14 miles from Woodburn, OR)
  • 10 days ago
  • Newberg, OR (14 miles from Woodburn, OR)
  • 10 days ago

that Increase Starting Pay Experience EFDA Cert X-Ray Certification Bilingual Spanish Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) when applicable Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify...

Dental Assistant

  • Tualatin, OR (16 miles from Woodburn, OR)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Tualatin, OR (16 miles from Woodburn, OR)
  • 15 hours ago

In this Dental Assistant opportunity, you will support the dental team in delivering high-quality patient care by assisting during dental procedures, preparing instruments, and maintaining a clean,...

Dental Assistant

  • Salem, OR (14 miles from Woodburn, OR)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Salem, OR (14 miles from Woodburn, OR)
  • 16 hours ago

Dental Assistant (RDA) when applicable...

Dental Assistant, North Lancaster Dental Office (40hrs, Temp)

  • Salem, OR (14 miles from Woodburn, OR)
  • 1 day ago
  • Salem, OR (14 miles from Woodburn, OR)
  • 1 day ago

License, Certification, Registration Dental Radiation Proficiency Certificate (Oregon) Pit and Fissure Sealant Certificate (Oregon) within 6 months of hire Expanded Function Dental Assistant Certificate...

Dental Assistant II On Call

  • Beaverton, OR (24 miles from Woodburn, OR)
  • 3 days ago
  • Beaverton, OR (24 miles from Woodburn, OR)
  • 3 days ago

Previous dental assistant experience preferred....

Dental Assistant I - FLOAT

  • Beaverton, OR (24 miles from Woodburn, OR)
  • 3 days ago
  • Beaverton, OR (24 miles from Woodburn, OR)
  • 3 days ago

Previous dental assistant experience preferred....

Dental Assistant, KP Dental

  • Happy Valley, OR (24 miles from Woodburn, OR)
  • 3 days ago
  • Happy Valley, OR (24 miles from Woodburn, OR)
  • 3 days ago

Basic Qualifications: Minimum One (1) year of experience as a dental assistant OR a graduate from an ADA accredited dental assisting program....

Orthodontic Dental Assistant, KP Dental

  • Keizer, OR (11 miles from Woodburn, OR)
  • 3 days ago
  • Keizer, OR (11 miles from Woodburn, OR)
  • 3 days ago

) within 6 months of hire Expanded Function Orthodontic Dental Assistant Certificate (Oregon) within 6 months of hire Basic Life Support within 3 months of hire Basic Life Support within 3 months of...

Dental Assistant

  • Salem, OR (14 miles from Woodburn, OR)
  • 4 days ago
  • Salem, OR (14 miles from Woodburn, OR)
  • 4 days ago

We are looking to add a Dental Assistant to the team that has great communication skills and a team player. Please apply today to learn more. Apply Save Job Share Job Back...

Dental Assistant, Oregon City Dental Office (30hrs, Days)

  • Oregon City, OR (20 miles from Woodburn, OR)
  • 5 days ago
  • Oregon City, OR (20 miles from Woodburn, OR)
  • 5 days ago

License, Certification, Registration Dental Radiation Proficiency Certificate (Oregon) Pit and Fissure Sealant Certificate (Oregon) within 6 months of hire Expanded Function Dental Assistant Certificate...

Orthodontic Dental Assistant, KP Dental at Keizer Station (On-call, Days)

  • Keizer, OR (11 miles from Woodburn, OR)
  • 5 days ago
  • Keizer, OR (11 miles from Woodburn, OR)
  • 5 days ago

Job Summary: To provide direct patient care to orthodontic patients within a Kaiser Permanente dental office. Essential Responsibilities: Instruct the patient in proper technique of orthodontic...

Dental Assistant, Clackamas Dental Office (40hrs, Days)

  • Clackamas, OR (24 miles from Woodburn, OR)
  • 5 days ago
  • Clackamas, OR (24 miles from Woodburn, OR)
  • 5 days ago

Essential Responsibilities: Performs all of the duties permitted a dental assistant consistent with the individuals training and in the presence of or under the observation of a licensed provider as...

Dental Assistant, Oregon City Dental Office (On-Call, Days)

  • Oregon City, OR (20 miles from Woodburn, OR)
  • 5 days ago
  • Oregon City, OR (20 miles from Woodburn, OR)
  • 5 days ago

Essential Responsibilities: Performs all of the duties permitted a dental assistant consistent with the individuals training and in the presence of or under the observation of a licensed provider as...

Demographic Data for Woodburn, OR

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Salary for Dental Assistant Jobs in Woodburn, OR

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Highest Education Level

Dental Assistants in Woodburn, OR offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
29.2%
High School or GED
24.2%
Bachelor's Degree
18.9%
Associate's Degree
16.4%
Doctorate Degree
4.6%
Some College
3.0%
Master's Degree
2.6%
Some High School
1.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Dental Assistants in Woodburn, OR
Less than 1 year
48.4%
1-2 years
27.4%
None
13.1%
10+ years
11.2%



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