Scope of practice — what a dental assistant may do, and under what level of supervision — is set by state law and changes over time, so verify current rules with the board before relying on them.

Oregon Board of Dentistry · Last verified: September 2026

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Employers

Who’s Hiring Dental Assistants in Portland

7 employers have 10 open dental assistant roles in Portland, led by Pacific Dental Services with 3 openings.

Pacific Dental Services3 open Willamette Dental2 open Barrows Dental1 open Beaverton Dental Office1 open Cedar Mill Dental1 open Dr.Martha Rich, DMD1 open Smile Brands1 open

About This Role

A dental assistant supports the dentist chairside with room prep, instruments, imaging, and patient care.

Dental practices across the Portland area hire for this role — the listings above are the live openings on DentistryHires right now.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

01How many dental assistant jobs are open in Portland, OR right now?

As of November 2026, DentistryHires is showing 10 live dental assistant openings in Portland, OR. They come from 7 employers. The listings at the top of this page are that feed.

02What does a dental assistant earn in Portland?

The metro wage estimate for dental assistants in the Portland area is $59,890 a year (BLS OEWS metro estimate, May 2025).

03What licence does a dental assistant need in Oregon?

The Oregon Board of Dentistry sets the licensing rules for dental assistants in Oregon. The summary on this page was last verified in September 2026. See the Oregon requirements page for the current rules.

04Which employers are hiring dental assistants in Portland?

The Portland listings currently come from 7 employers, including Pacific Dental Services (3), Willamette Dental (2), and Barrows Dental (1). 4 other employers have openings too.