Dental Assistant

Family Dental Station; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Employee dental benefits

Continuing education and professional"

Job summary

Family Dental Station in Glendale, AZ is actively seeking a dependable Dental Assistant to join our clinical team. You will work closely with dentists and hygienists to support procedures, maintain a safe, organized operatory, and help deliver an outstanding patient experience.

The ideal candidate has dental assisting training and is detail-oriented, reliable, and able to multitask in a fast-paced dental office. Compensation is $20-$30 per hour, with benefits as described.

Qualifications

• Dental assisting program completed or in progress.
• Arizona dental assisting credentials required.
• Current CPR/BLS certification or willingness to obtain.
• Radiography certification or other required qualifications for duties performed.
• Knowledge of dental instruments, materials, sterilization, and infection control.
• Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for procedures and help them feel comfortable throughout their visit.
• Assist dentists during restorative, crown and bridge, endodontic, extraction, implant, and other dental procedures as trained and permitted.
• Take dental radiographs when properly qualified and authorized.
• Take intraoral scans, impressions, and dental photographs as trained and assigned.
• Prepare, organize, and pass instruments and dental materials during procedures.
• Mix and prepare dental materials according to manufacturer instructions and office protocols.
• Provide patients with post-operative instructions as directed by the dentist.
• Monitor patient comfort and communicate concerns to the provider.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and update patient records in Dentrix Ascend.
• Set up treatment rooms before procedures and disinfect them between patients.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain sterilization equipment according to established protocols.
• Follow OSHA, CDC, and office infection-control procedures.
• Maintain proper handling and disposal of sharps, biohazardous materials, and contaminated instruments.
• Monitor and restock clinical supplies.
• Keep operatories, sterilization areas, and laboratory spaces clean and organized.
• Review the daily schedule and prepare rooms, instruments, and materials in advance.
• Help keep appointments running on time.
• Communicate effectively with dentists, hygienists, treatment coordinators, and front-office staff.
• Anticipate provider needs during procedures and maintain an organized workspace.
• Assist with laboratory cases, temporary restorations, and case preparation as assigned.
• Follow office policies, clinical protocols, and documentation standards.
• Demonstrate reliability, accountability, flexibility, and a willingness to learn.
• Participate in team meetings, training, and continuing education as needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Time-management

Multitasking

Compassionate patient care

Professional appearance

Dependable attendance

Education

Dental assisting program

Tools

Dentrix Ascend

Job description

Family Dental Station

Now Hiring: Dental Assistant (DA)

Location: Glendale, Arizona
Position: Full-Time
Pay Range: $20-$30 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications

About the Position

Family Dental Station is seeking a dependable, motivated, and patient-focused Dental Assistant to join our clinical team. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, professional, and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced dental office while helping provide an excellent patient experience.

The Dental Assistant will work closely with our dentists, hygienists, and other team members to support daily clinical operations, maintain a safe treatment environment, and ensure patients receive quality dental care.

Job Expectations & Responsibilities

Patient Care & Clinical Assisting

• Prepare patients for dental procedures and help them feel comfortable throughout their visit.

• Assist dentists during restorative, crown and bridge, endodontic, extraction, implant, and other dental procedures as trained and permitted.

• Take dental radiographs when properly qualified and authorized.

• Take intraoral scans, impressions, and dental photographs as trained and assigned.

• Prepare, organize, and pass instruments and dental materials during procedures.

• Mix and prepare dental materials according to manufacturer instructions and office protocols.

• Provide patients with post-operative instructions as directed by the dentist.

• Monitor patient comfort and communicate concerns to the provider.

• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and update patient records in Dentrix Ascend.

Operatory Setup & Infection Control

• Set up treatment rooms before procedures and disinfect them between patients.

• Sterilize instruments and maintain sterilization equipment according to established protocols.

• Follow OSHA, CDC, and office infection-control procedures.

• Maintain proper handling and disposal of sharps, biohazardous materials, and contaminated instruments.

• Monitor and restock clinical supplies.

• Keep operatories, sterilization areas, and laboratory spaces clean and organized.

Daily Workflow & Teamwork

• Review the daily schedule and prepare rooms, instruments, and materials in advance.

• Help keep appointments running on time.

• Communicate effectively with dentists, hygienists, treatment coordinators, and front-office staff.

• Anticipate provider needs during procedures and maintain an organized workspace.

• Assist with laboratory cases, temporary restorations, and case preparation as assigned.

• Follow office policies, clinical protocols, and documentation standards.

• Demonstrate reliability, accountability, flexibility, and a willingness to learn.

• Participate in team meetings, training, and continuing education as needed.

Qualifications

• Dental assisting experience preferred; entry-level applicants may be considered.

• Graduation from a dental assisting program preferred.

• Current CPR/BLS certification or willingness to obtain it as required.

• Arizona dental assisting credentials appropriate to assigned duties.

• Radiography certification or other required qualifications for duties performed.

• Knowledge of dental instruments, materials, sterilization, and infection control.

• Familiarity with general dentistry procedures, including fillings, crowns, extractions, and root canals.

• Dentrix Ascend experience preferred.

• Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills.

• Ability to multitask and work effectively in a busy dental office.

• Professional appearance, positive attitude, and compassionate patient care.

• Dependable attendance and punctuality.

Pay & Compensation

• Hourly pay: $20-30, depending on experience and qualifications.

• Competitive compensation based on clinical skills and experience.

• Potential performance-based incentives, if offered by the practice.

• Overtime compensation when applicable and required by law.

• Opportunities for pay increases based on performance, experience, and additional certifications.

Benefits

Benefits may include:

• Paid time off (PTO).

• Paid holidays, depending on eligibility.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, if offered.

• 401(k) or retirement plan, if offered.

• Employee dental benefits.

• Continuing education and professional development opportunities.

• Support for required certifications, if offered.

• Opportunities for advancement into expanded clinical responsibilities when qualified.

• Supportive team environment and opportunities to grow within the practice.

Final pay and benefits will be confirmed during the hiring process and based on employment status and eligibility.

Work Schedule

• Full‑time position.

• Schedule to be discussed during the interview.

• Availability for scheduled weekdays and occasional extended hours may be required.

Join Family Dental Station and become part of a team committed to exceptional patient care, clinical excellence, and a positive patient experience!