Dental Assistant

Job overview

Dental Assistant is an onsite role in Portland, OR, with a four-day work week. The posting lists $25–$30 per hour. Timber Dental’s Bethany practice seeks to provide high-quality patient care in a team-oriented environment. The assistant supports dentists and patients throughout procedures by preparing operatories and instruments, taking images, maintaining accurate records, and providing patient education. The role contributes to efficient clinical operations and patient comfort.

What you'll do

• Assist the dentist chairside
• prepare and sterilize instruments and operatories
• take digital radiographs and intraoral images
• update patient histories and clinical notes
• support patient comfort and education
• maintain operatory cleanliness
• manage supplies
• assist with scheduling and patient communication as needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

dental assistant

chairside assistance

dental radiographs

patient care

infection control

dental office

portland or

timber dental

$25–$30/hour

four-day work week

cpr/bls required

pto

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid time off, medical and vision insurance options, 401(k) with employer matching, professional development, and modern technology.

Why this role

Four-day work week; EFDA certification is preferred, and X-ray certification or ability to obtain it is noted.

About the employer

Timber Dental is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Dentists. Sector: 62.