Dental Assistant

Alaska Premier Dental Group; Alaska; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation

Uniform allowances

Ongoing training and professional development

Job summary

Alaska Premier Dental Group is seeking dedicated team members to enhance patient experiences through high-quality care. This role emphasizes collaboration with dentists to ensure seamless dentistry and improve patient education on oral health. Enjoy a supportive work environment with options for full- or part-time schedules. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k), and opportunities for ongoing training and professional development.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills to educate patients and collaborate with the team.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to consistent, high‑quality care.
• A proactive attitude toward learning and professional growth.
• Ability to multitask and work collaboratively within a team.
• A warm, compassionate approach that makes patients feel at ease.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with dentists and team members to provide seamless four‑handed dentistry.
• Perform clinical tasks including impressions and preparing dental materials.
• Conduct diagnostic imaging and maintain detailed patient records.
• Educate patients on oral health and manage multiple clinical priorities.
• Maintain a sterile environment by adhering to infection control protocols.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Proactive attitude toward learning

Ability to multitask

Warm, compassionate approach

Tools

Dentrix software

Job description

Join a team that values your contributions and your professional growth. With a dedicated and caring team, the breathtaking setting of Alaska's landscapes, and opportunities for growth, your role is more than just a career.

Company Culture

Taking care of our team is just as important as taking care of our patients. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial security.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with dentists and team members to provide seamless four‑handed dentistry and a warm, patient‑centered experience.
• Perform clinical tasks including digital and alignate impressions, fabricating bleaching trays, and preparing dental materials.
• Conduct diagnostic imaging and maintain detailed patient records and charting using Dentrix software.
• Educate patients on oral health and post‑operative care while effectively managing multiple clinical priorities in a team setting.
• Maintain a sterile environment by strictly adhering to science‑based infection control and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills to educate patients and collaborate with the team.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to consistent, high‑quality care.
• A proactive attitude toward learning and professional growth.
• Ability to multitask and work collaboratively within a team.
• A warm, compassionate approach that makes patients feel at ease.

Benefits

• Full‑ and part‑time options to shape your work‑life balance.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k); paid vacation; and uniform allowances.
• State‑of‑the‑art equipment, including Dentrix EHR systems and 3D digital imaging.
• Ongoing training and professional development programs.

We’re looking for the right fit for us, our patients, and you!