Dental Assistant

Alaska Premier Dental Group; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical & Vision)

Dental Benefits

Retirement Plan (401k)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Job summary

A dedicated dental practice in Anchorage is seeking a passionate Dental Assistant. This role emphasizes patient care, providing a mentoring environment for career growth. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, detail-oriented, and eager to contribute to a team-focused practice. The company offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of chairside dental experience preferred, but willing to train.
• Eager to grow both professionally and personally.
• Strong communicator with patients and teammates.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during chairside procedures.
• Empower patients to participate in their health.
• Maintain a warm and compassionate demeanor.

Skills

Strong communication

Detail-oriented

Team-oriented

Compassionate patient care

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Overview

Join Our Patient-Centered Dental Team! We’re excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and skilled Dental Assistant to join our thriving, patient-focused practice. At Alaska Premier Dental Group, you’ll have the chance to grow your dental career with hands-on experience across a variety of services. We provide a supportive, mentoring environment where your development is a top priority. With cutting-edge technology and ongoing professional development, we ensure you’ll always be learning and growing. Most importantly, we prioritize patient care above all else, so you can be proud of the difference you’re making in people’s lives.

Why Join Us

• Career Growth: We are committed to helping you grow professionally through mentorship and continuing education. You’ll have opportunities to expand your skills and stay ahead of the curve with the latest advancements in dental care.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a healthy balance with vacation and wellness leave that lets you recharge.
• Collaborative & Fun Team Culture: Be part of a team where your contributions are valued, and we all work together to create a positive, enjoyable work environment.
• Comprehensive Benefits: We offer competitive salary and a full benefits package, including dental, medical, and vision coverage, 401(k), and much more.
• Make a Meaningful Impact: You’ll have the opportunity to empower patients to take an active role in their health, ensuring they feel comfortable and cared for at every step of their journey.

The Ideal Candidate

• Eager to grow both professionally and personally
• Strong communicator who connects easily with patients and teammates
• Passionate about patient care, with a commitment to empowering patients to participate in their health
• Thrives in a team-oriented environment where every team member is valued
• Warm and compassionate, helping patients feel at ease and well-cared-for
• Detail-oriented, with a commitment to consistency in systems and processes
• Motivated to contribute their best and be rewarded for top performance

Experience

• 1-2 years of chairside dental experience preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate.
• Familiarity with Dentrix is a plus

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical & Vision)
• Dental Benefits
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Supplemental Insurance through Aflac
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Training & Development