Dental Assistant

Daniel F Galindo DDS PC; Arizona; On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Prosthodontics Specialty Private Practice in North Scottsdale, AZ is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant. You will prepare treatment rooms, set up trays, assist the doctor during examinations, and take x-rays while ensuring patient comfort and safety.

We value great customer service, teamwork, and a positive environment. Candidates should have a dental assisting certificate, Arizona X-ray and CPR licenses, and experience with Dentris or Open Dental software.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of dental experience.
• Certificate from a Dental Assisting Program, an X-Ray license and a CPR license from Arizona.
• Knowledge of Dentris or Open Dental Software.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Make patients comfortable and prepare them for treatment.
• Record, obtain and review dental history and/or records from patient.
• Prepare treatment rooms, tray setups for dental procedures.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment.
• Prepare materials for making impressions and restorations.
• Assist the Doctor during examinations and treatment procedures.
• Take x-rays.
• Instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care.
• Actively participate as a contributing member of the office staff team to achieve patient satisfaction and office production goals.
• Comply with office policies and procedures, safety, OSHA guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Team player

Communication

Dental assistant functions

Education

Dental Assisting Certificate

Arizona X-Ray License

Arizona CPR License

Tools

Dentris

Open Dental

Job description

Job Description

We are a Private NON CORPORATE Specialist dental office looking for a Full Time Dental Assistant.

Candidate must have great customer service skills and be a team player.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Make patients comfortable and prepare them for treatment
• Record, obtain and review dental history and/or records from patient
• Prepare treatment rooms, tray setups for dental procedures
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment
• Prepare materials for making impressions and restorations
• Assist the Doctor during examinations and treatment procedures
• Take x-rays
• Instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care
• Actively participate as a contributing member of the office staff team to achieve patient satisfaction and office production goals
• Comply with office policies and procedures, safety, OSHA guidelines
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Working knowledge of approved Dental Assistant functions.
• At least 3 years of previous dental experience
• A certificate from a Dental Assisting Program, an X-Ray license and a CPR license from the state of Arizona
• Knowledge of Dentris or Open Dental Software
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

We are located in North Scottsdale close to the loop 101 and the AZ-51 for the convenience of our new dental assistant addition.

We focus on a culture of kindness and service to our employees and to our patients so it is important that our new dental assistant values this type of environment.

We offer great family friendly hours to allow for a balanced life style.

We have a competitive hourly guarantee.

Excellent opportunity for a highly motivated dental assistant.

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: $25.00 to $30.00 /hour

Company Description

Prosthodontics Specialty Private Practice