Dental Assistant

Anantuni family Dental; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Job summary

Sunny Dental Team in Chandler, AZ seeks an experienced Dental Assistant to join our busy, patient-focused practice. This role involves chairside support, digital scanning, Invisalign assistance and contributing to a high standard of patient care.

You will work under Arizona scope, with top-tier technology in a fast-paced environment. 5+ years experience and X-ray certification required; CODA-accredited degree preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Dental Assistant experience.
• Dental X-ray certification required.
• Strong computer and data-entry skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to provide high-quality, compassionate patient care.
• Ability to work efficiently and confidently in a fast-paced environment.
• Arizona EFDA certification strongly preferred, but not required for the right candidate.
• Coronal polishing certification strongly preferred, but not required.
• Experience with digital scanning, Invisalign, lasers, and restorative dentistry is a plus.
• Associate's Degree from CODA-accredited program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist with general, cosmetic, extraction, and endodontic procedures
• Provide exceptional chairside assistance during exams and procedures
• Perform digital intraoral scanning
• Provide Invisalign clinical support, including attachments/buttons and photos
• Assist with crown design and restorative procedures
• Support laser dentistry, including Fotona and Waterlase
• Take dental X-rays (certification required)
• Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment
• Review treatment plans and assist with patient coordination and follow-up
• Welcome patients and help them feel comfortable
• Answer patient questions and provide education about dental care
• Document medical histories and patient information
• Schedule appointments and assist with administrative tasks
• Follow all health, safety, sterilization, and office policies

Skills

5+ years Dental Assistant

Excellent communication

Customer service

Strong computer skills

Education

Associate's Degree CODA-accredited

Tools

Digital intraoral scanning

Invisalign clinical support

Lasers (Fotona/Waterlase)

X-ray imaging

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Employee discounts
• Paid time off

Join Our Sunny Dental Team! We are looking for an experienced Dental Assistant to join our busy, patient-focused practice!

About the Position

This position is best suited for a Dental Assistant with 5+ years of experience who is comfortable working at the top of their allowable scope under Arizona regulations and enjoys working in a fast-paced, modern clinical environment.

We value professionalism, reliability, clinical competency, and exceptional patient care. If you’re friendly, outgoing, detail-oriented, and passionate about creating a positive dental experience for patients, we’d love to hear from you!

What You’ll Do

• Assist the dentist with general, cosmetic, extraction, and endodontic procedures
• Provide exceptional chairside assistance during exams and procedures
• Perform digital intraoral scanning
• Provide Invisalign clinical support, including placement of attachments/buttons and taking photos under dentist direction
• Assist with crown design and restorative procedures
• Support laser dentistry, including Fotona and Waterlase (experience preferred)
• Take dental X-rays (certification required)
• Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment
• Review treatment plans and assist with patient coordination and follow-up
• Welcome patients and help them feel comfortable throughout their visit
• Answer patient questions and provide education regarding their dental care
• Accurately document medical histories and patient information
• Schedule appointments and assist with administrative tasks
• Follow all health, safety, sterilization, and office policies

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of Dental Assistant experience
• Dental X-ray certification required
• Strong computer and data-entry skills
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to provide high-quality, compassionate patient care
• Ability to work efficiently and confidently in a fast-paced environment
• Arizona EFDA certification strongly preferred, but not required for the right candidate
• Coronal polishing certification strongly preferred, but not required
• Experience with digital scanning, Invisalign, lasers, and restorative dentistry is a plus
• Associate's Degree from a school accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) preferred

Schedule

• Monday-Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM
• Thursday: 6:30 AM - 4:30 PM
• Friday: 6:30 AM - 2:30 PM
• Saturday: As needed

Why Join Us?

• Competitive compensation
• Flexible scheduling
• Career advancement opportunities
• Supportive, team-oriented environment
• Practice with modern technology and systems
• Opportunity to utilize your advanced skills within Arizona’s legal scope
• Patient-focused practice that values quality care
• A team that respects and values your experience and clinical abilities

Ready to Join Our Team?

If you’re an experienced Dental Assistant looking for a practice where your skills are respected, your experience is valued, and you have the opportunity to grow, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today and grow with our Sunny Dental Team!