Dental Assistant: Chairside Pro, Radiographs & Patient Care

Adelante Healthcare; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Adelante Healthcare is hiring a full-time Dental Assistant in Goodyear, AZ. This entry-level position supports dental providers during procedures, sterilizes instruments, prepares operatory rooms, maintains patient records, and manages inventory.

The role emphasizes patient safety, quality care, and teamwork. Ideal candidates hold a Dental Assistant Certificate, RHS and CP certificates, and a valid Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Qualifications

• Certification to perform CPR and AED.
• Valid Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card issued by the Arizona DPS for behavioral health locations.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum two years of dental assistant experience.
• Dental Assistant Certificate.
• RHS certificate from Arizona Dental Assisting National Board.
• Coronal Polishing CP certificate.
• Knowledge of dental terminology, instruments and procedures.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Intermediate computer proficiency (Windows, MS Office, Patient Management System).
• Advanced office skills: typing and telephone etiquette.
• Valid Arizona driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and visitors; direct them as needed.
• Assist patients and visitors with questions and directions as authorized by providers.
• Assist front office with entry-level duties.
• Maintain patient flow and ensure records are complete.
• Receive and place clinical calls.
• Chair-side assistance to dental providers.
• Prepare operatory per protocols.
• Take dental radiographs per state regulations.
• Perform coronal polish per protocols.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-op care.
• Assist with laboratory procedures (models, crowns, impressions).
• Maintain sterility of reusable instruments per manufacturer and policy.
• Maintain dental equipment per manufacturer and policy.
• Ensure infection control and safety policies are followed.
• Maintain inventory and order supplies; note shortages.
• Dispose of contaminated materials per policy and regulations.
• Comply with PPE and universal precautions.
• Adhere to all regulations and codes; participate in compliance.
• Travel to other locations as needed.

Skills

CPR/AED certification

Fingerprint Clearance Card

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

MS Office / Windows proficiency

Patient Management System

Typing & phone etiquette

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Dental Assistant Certificate

RHS (Radiation Health & Safety) certificate

Coronal Polishing (CP) certificate

Fingerprint Clearance Card (Level One)

Tools

MS Office

Patient Management System

Job description

Adelante Healthcare is hiring a full-time Dental Assistant in Goodyear, AZ. This entry-level position supports dental providers during procedures, sterilizes instruments, prepares operatory rooms, maintains patient records, and manages inventory.

The role emphasizes patient safety, quality care, and teamwork. Ideal candidates hold a Dental Assistant Certificate, RHS and CP certificates, and a valid Fingerprint Clearance Card.