Dental Assistant

Valleywise Health; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension retirement

Comprehensive health coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Valleywise Health in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Dental Assistant to support chair-side procedures and patient care under a Dental Manager. You'll contribute to a welcoming clinic environment and help deliver age-appropriate care to a diverse community.

The role also involves administrative and billing support, collaboration with a passionate team, and opportunities for professional growth in a large teaching hospital.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Completion of Dental Assistant course preferred.
• BLS certification preferred and must be obtained within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist chair-side procedures and support clinical care.
• Support billing, administrative, and technical operations of the dental clinic.
• Promote best practices in cost-effective dental care and patient experience.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

English proficiency

Cultural sensitivity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Dental Assistant course

BLS certification

Job description

Join our dedicated dental team as a Dental Assistant and make a real impact on patient smiles every day! Here at Valleywise Health, you'll work alongside an experienced Dental Manager and dental professionals, delivering compassionate, age-specific care to a diverse community of patients.
If you're ready to grow your career while making a difference in our community, we invite you to join us and help shape exceptional dental experiences for every patient.

In this dynamic role, you'll assist with chair-side procedures,support all clinical aspects of patient care, and help create a welcoming, inclusive, positive environment for patients and families.Contribute to the smooth operation of our Dental Clinic through billing, administrative, and technical support. All while promotingbest practices in comprehensive, cost-effective dental care and collaborating with a passionate team that values your skills and encourages your growth.

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

• Meaningful Impact: Help provide life-changing and compassionate care to patients in the Dental Clinic.
• Professional Growth: Valleywise Health is the largest teaching hospital in the valley. Opportunities exist for continuing education, advanced certifications, and exposure to the latest technologies.
• Supportive, Specialized Team: Join a warm, highly skilled group of physicians, dental, and healthcare professionals dedicated to excellence in patient care.
• Competitive Benefits: Robust compensation, 100% matched Pension retirement plan, comprehensive health coverage, paid time off, and more.

Hourly Pay Rate: $17.54- $25.87

Qualifications:

Education:

Requires a high school diploma or GED. Prefer completion of Dental Assistant course.

Experience:

Requires previous relevant patient care experience in a dental setting.

Prefer at least three (3) years experience as a dental assistant.

Certification/Licensure:

RequiresBLS. A BLS card obtained through an approved American Heart Association (AHA) training center is preferred and will be required within 3 months.

Must have a valid fingerprint clearance card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety OR submit a completed Affidavit at time of hire. Must complete fingerprint clearance card application within seven (7) days of hire date. Must present actual card within 90 days of applying for fingerprint clearance card.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Requires the ability to read, write and speak effectively in English. Bilingual is preferred.

Must have ability to work with culturally diverse people.

Requires excellent communication, time management and leadership skills.