Bilingual Dental Assistant — Chairside Support & X‑Rays

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul - Phoenix; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Phoenix seeks a Dental Assistant to support dental staff in providing patient care. Responsibilities include assisting with procedures and performing dental x-rays. The ideal candidate will have training as a Dental Assistant, be able to work with volunteers, and be bilingual in English and Spanish. Knowledge of infection control and experience with Dentrix are preferred. This role is pivotal for maintaining the clinic's professionalism and engaging with the community in a meaningful way.

Qualifications

• Experience working as a chairside assistant preferred.
• Knowledge and practice of infection control techniques.
• Ability to work with minimal direction.

Responsibilities

• Assist with dental procedures and documentation.
• Perform dental x‑rays.
• Participate in and serve as a model for SVdP's Culture of Philanthropy.

Skills

Training as a Dental Assistant

Able to work with volunteers and students

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Experience using the operating system Dentrix

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

A nonprofit organization in Phoenix seeks a Dental Assistant to support dental staff in providing patient care. Responsibilities include assisting with procedures and performing dental x-rays. The ideal candidate will have training as a Dental Assistant, be able to work with volunteers, and be bilingual in English and Spanish. Knowledge of infection control and experience with Dentrix are preferred. This role is pivotal for maintaining the clinic's professionalism and engaging with the community in a meaningful way.