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Job Location drjobs

Wilsonville, OR - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

$ 5105 - 6735

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Initial Posting Date:

04/03/2025

Application Deadline:

04/13/2025

Agency:

Department of Corrections

Salary Range:

$5105 $6735

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Dental Assistant 2 (Wilsonville) Underfill option available

Job Description:

Dental Assistant 2 (Wilsonville) Underfill option available

Coffee Creek Correctional Facility Wilsonville Oregon

Oregon Department of Corrections

We have an exceptional opportunity for a Dental Assistant 2 position at Coffee Creek Correctional Facility (CCCF) in Wilsonville Oregon. The shift hours are Monday through Friday from 6am 2:30pm.

The salary range for this position was truncated as of April 1 2025 which increases the minimum salary for this classification. The new salary range is $5583 $6735 monthly.

Candidates who do not meet the minimum qualifications for the Dental Assistant 2 may be considered as an underfill in the Dental Assistant 1 classification. An underfill must meet the minimum qualifications for the lower classification and would receive the pay in accordance with the lower classifications salary range until they meet the minimum qualification for the full position. At that time the successful candidate would be moved to the higher classification and salary range. The salary range for the underfill is: $4447 $5349/month.

Preference may be given to candidates who can meet the full qualifications.

About the Job Your Role

Your primary duties will be to facilitate patient dental care by providing direct assistance to the dentist while performing chairside procedures and to assure instruments supplies and equipment are properly maintained and available for patient care.

Duties

In this position you will provide direct chairside assistance to the dentist during dental procedures. Assures chairside skills conform and are optimized to treatment methodology of the assigned dentist assuring patient safety and maximizing clinic productivity. Frequent conversations regarding the dentists chairside expectations may be required resulting in immediate procedure modifications on the part of the assistant.

Records dental pathology and conditions on appropriate forms as assessed by the dentist.Performs the following EFDA duties as assigned by treating dentist:

Manages dental materials instruments and equipment.Assures proper cleaning disinfecting and sterilization procedures for instruments and equipment.Assures adequate stock of dental materials with proper expiration dates. Maintains dental hand pieces. Manages instrument inventory and security counts. Assures security is maintained over all instruments and equipment. Maintains dental burs as directed by assigned dentist. Prepares the dental operatory for patient treatment assuring all infection control guidelines are followed; Assures proper instruments and supplies are set up in a neat and orderly fashion for specific dental procedures as directed by assigned dentist. Displays a working knowledge of all necessary dental materials. Coordinates maintenance and repair of equipment with DOC staff and contracted technicians. Conducts inventories; order tools and supplies as needed to assure adequate quantities available. Responds to written and verbal requests for treatment or coordinates response from provider. Assures treatment lists are accurate and current Lists and other data may be kept in Microsoft word or excel formats requiring the assistant to learn the applicable software. Schedules patients to be seen by providers. Assures information in the Inmate Health Plan (DOC 400 is accurate; reflects patients seen and treatments provided using appropriate predetermined dental abbreviations. Submits statistical data as directed by the provider. Coordinates with security staff to treat patients in isolated populations. Responds to requests for emergency treatment. Addresses questions from other DOC staff about dental treatment.

This position is represented by American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). This position may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) as defined by statute.

Minimum Qualifications

Dental Assistant 1

Six months of general support experience or equivalent training and experience AND a valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation card at the time of appointment. Must be able to obtain certification by the Oregon State Board of Dentistry for Radiologic Proficiency within four months of appointment.

Dental Assistant 2

One year of support experience (six months of which must be chairside dental assisting experience).

OR

A graduate of a dental assisting program AND possession of a valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation card AND Certification for Radiologic Proficiency AND certification by the Oregon State Board of Dentistry for expanded functions (EFDA).

Requested Skills

Application Information

Working Conditions

Will be expected to share the mission vision and core values of the department; requires being a role model of prosocial behavior and having an attitude that conveys dignity and respect in the treatment of others. Must be able to acknowledge that everyone is capable of positive change.

Requires contact with adults in custody. Requires walking or standing for long period of time climbing and descending stairs. Possible exposure to chemicals radiation communicable diseases or other hazards inherent in health care and correctional setting. Supervision and control of adults in custody in an inherent responsibility. Some travel may be required.

About the Department

The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for over 12000 adults in custody in 12 state prisons throughout Oregon. It advises and evaluates counties regarding administration of probation and parole programs supervising more than 24000 offenders in Oregon communities. The mission is to protect communities promote accountability and transform lives.

The Oregon Department of Corrections serves a diverse and changing population of people who are incarcerated and on supervision. We commit to creating an organization both reflecting the diversity of the population we serve and ensuring all employees thrive in a culture of safety trust and belonging. We strive to be an antiracist corrections system. Welcoming inclusive and respectful of all people. Free of discrimination harassment and retaliation.

The Department offers a variety of programs and opportunity to create a safe and healthy environment to for our staff volunteers and adults in custody. Joining the Oregon Department of Corrections is joining a team working for the benefit of our communities through innovative and proven correctional practices.

Benefits

The salary range listed above is for nonPERS qualifying applicants. PERS qualifying applicants may be eligible for an adjusted range to reflect an additional 6.95.

The State of Oregon provides a generous benefit package which includes:

About the Process What to Expect

Requirements for Employment

The successful candidate for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprintbased background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access there may be some felony convictions that could disqualify you for this position. However having a felony record does not exclusively restrict you from being considered as an applicant. CJIS clearance is done at the conditional job offer. If you have questions about whether or not your criminal record could disqualify for you please contact the recruiter for more information.

Additional Information Please monitor your Workday and email accounts. You may be contacted through Workday or have additional tasks to complete.

Equity Diversity Inclusion and Belonging (EDI&B) is embedded in the Department of Corrections core values. The department strives to be a model employer committed to promoting diversity equity inclusion and belonging. Ensuring legal compliance efficiency and exceeding expectations to deliver the best public services.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran or protected veteran status genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. Additional information can be found from The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Know Your Rights.

The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for complying with the Federal Prison Elimination Act (PREA 42 U.S.C. 1997. PREA prohibits the Oregon Department of Corrections from hiring promoting or contracting with anyone (that will have direct contact with residents) who has engaged in been convicted of or been civilly or administratively adjudicated for engaging in sexual abuse in confinement settings. Learn more about PREA.

Under Oregon Law qualifying veterans may apply for veterans preference. Review our veterans preference page for details about eligibility. Please note if you are a veteran you will receive a task in Workday to upload your documents immediately after you submit your initial application.

Questions

If you have questions about the position selection process or need accommodations to participate in the recruitment process please contact the recruiter and reference the requisition number.

Recruiter: Kelli Ketchum

Reference Number: Req177941

Employment Type

Full-Time

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