Dental Assistant Intermittent (HCT21) Job at Benton County Oregon
Job Summary
A great opportunity for Dental Assistants who are interested in working within a school based program. Come join a super fun and fiercely dedicated team!
Job Summary
Dental Assistants are responsible for assisting dentists and dental hygienists in providing dental services in a variety of settings. This position also provides dental coordination for community based outreach, screening, prevention, and oral health education services. Responsible with providing technical skills, clerical support, and assuring efficient, high quality services in community settings. Works with community, schools, and other service providers to deliver oral health services.
- This is an intermittent position not to exceed 1040 hours worked in a fiscal year.
- Work schedule is generally 8am - 4pm.
Your Total Compensation/Benefits
- Hourly salary range of $18.62 - $27.00
- Rewarding work in a productive, innovative, and creative environment
- Colleagues who are passionate about public service
- A great work-life balance
- Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with Benton County
- Live, work, and play in Corvallis, Oregon
The following minimum qualifications are required for this position:
- Technical Training beyond high school; AND
- 1 year of clinical dental support experience
- EFDA Certification (Expanded Functions Dental Assistant / X-Ray Certification), including Pit and Fissure Sealant
- Current CPR for Rescue Provider Card (or obtain within 6 months of hire)
- Valid Oregon Driver's License. This position requires driving and may require use of a personal vehicle.
- Hiring is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
- Benton County requires all Health Services and Clinic employees to complete their COVID-19 vaccination series or have an approved exception to the requirement due to a medical condition or sincerely held religious belief. Successful candidates for this position must submit vaccination documentation or be approved for an exception prior to their first day of employment. Failure to provide proof of full documentation or receipt of an approved exception will lead to withdrawal of the job offer.
- Experience and interest in working with kids.
- Experience with dental screenings in a school setting
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook
Molly Perino, Dental Manager
Benton County Health Clinics
Telephone: (541) 766-6645
molly,perino@co,benton.or.us
Working & Living in Benton County
Perfectly placed in the Willamette Valley, 90 miles south of Portland and 40 miles north of Eugene, Benton County has easy access to urban areas with ample opportunities for cultural activities. Combined with outdoor recreation galore in the Cascade Range 80 miles to the east and the Coastal Range and Pacific Ocean 50 miles west, the county’s 90,000 residents like to say they “have it all.”
Working at Benton County
Living in Benton County
How to Apply
- To apply for this position, click on the "Apply" button to fill out all information in the online application and complete the questionnaire. Failure to do so may result in your application being removed from consideration.
- Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date, or the first review date will be considered.
- Answer all supplemental questions.
- You will get an email stating your application has been submitted. Log in to your NeoGov account before the job announcement closes to see if you have any pending tasks or notifications, and make sure to complete these tasks before the job announcement closes. These can be found under the “My Applications” section.
- Be sure to check both your email and NeoGov account for updates regarding this recruitment.
- This is a FLSA non-exempt position.
- This recruitment may be used to establish a pool of qualified candidates for future vacancies.
- Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.
- Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources. NOTE: If claiming veterans’ preference please be sure to attach your DD214 or Disability letter from the VA.
- Benton County does not offer VISA sponsorships. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Benton County will review these documents to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
- If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and will be requesting accommodation, please contact the Benton County Human Resources Department by calling 541-766-6081.
Benton County is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to work force diversity, fair employment practices and non-discrimination, including pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, marital status, family status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or source of income.
Helpful links and contact information
Learn more about Benton County
Understanding the County Application Process
Job Interest Cards webpage
For more information you may contact us by e-mail at recruiting@co.benton.or.us or by phone at 541-766-6081.
Please Note :
bankofmontserrat.ms is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, bankofmontserrat.ms provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, Site.com is the ideal place to find your next job.