Dental Assistant: Chairside Care & X‑Ray Expert

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Show Low (AZ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Elk Ridge Community Health in Show Low, Arizona is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dental care delivery by preparing treatment rooms, assisting the dentist, and ensuring a safe, comfortable environment for patients.

Responsibilities include chair-side assistance, instrument sterilization, taking X-rays (FMX, BWX, Periapical and/or Pano as prescribed), maintaining patient records, and contributing to a reliable, patient-focused clinic.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• BLS with in-person component required.
• X-ray Certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Coronal Polishing Certificate required within 120 days of hire.
• 1–2 years’ related experience preferred.
• Fingerprint clearance card (Level I) required.
• Valid driver’s license and Arizona vehicle insurance compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provides chair-side assistance to dental clinicians during procedures.
• Prepares patients for treatment and ensures comfort in the dental chair.
• Maintains and sterilizes dental instruments.
• Maintains dental clinic inventory and equipment.
• Takes X-rays (FMX, BWX, Periapical and/or Pano) as prescribed.
• Disinfects equipment between patients and performs weekly maintenance.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Communication skills

Patient care

Sterilization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

X-ray Certification

Coronal Polishing Certificate

BLS certification (in person)

Job description

Elk Ridge Community Health in Show Low, Arizona is seeking a Dental Assistant to support dental care delivery by preparing treatment rooms, assisting the dentist, and ensuring a safe, comfortable environment for patients.

Responsibilities include chair-side assistance, instrument sterilization, taking X-rays (FMX, BWX, Periapical and/or Pano as prescribed), maintaining patient records, and contributing to a reliable, patient-focused clinic.