Chairside Dental Assistant - Multi-Facility Support

Tohono O'odham Nation Healthcare; San Simon (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Tohono O'odham Nation Healthcare is seeking a Dental Assistant to provide hands-on support to dentists, assist during procedures, and manage sterilization and instrument preparation. The role may involve working at TONHC facilities across Sells, Santa Rosa, San Simon, or Tucson, with relocation as needed.

The ideal candidate will have a Dental Radiography certification, at least two years of relevant experience, and strong knowledge of HIPAA regulations and patient care standards.

Qualifications

• Must have Dental Assistant Radiography certification.
• Two years of experience as a Dental Assistant or equivalent.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and patient privacy requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance to the Dentist during general dentistry procedures.
• Greet patients and schedule appointments; maintain records.
• Sterilize instruments and prepare surgical trays; keep equipment clean and operative.
• Take preliminary impressions and assist with study models and impression trays.
• Record patient medical histories and convey post-treatment care instructions.
• Operate dental radiographic equipment and develop mounts; present educational talks to patients and staff.

Skills

Sterilization techniques

HIPAA knowledge

Patient communication

Customer service

Recordkeeping

Scheduling appointments

Dental terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Dental radiographic equipment

Electronic Dental Record

Job description

Tohono O'odham Nation Healthcare is seeking a Dental Assistant to provide hands-on support to dentists, assist during procedures, and manage sterilization and instrument preparation. The role may involve working at TONHC facilities across Sells, Santa Rosa, San Simon, or Tucson, with relocation as needed.

The ideal candidate will have a Dental Radiography certification, at least two years of relevant experience, and strong knowledge of HIPAA regulations and patient care standards.