Dental Assistant - Experienced

Practice Strategies; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Incentive program based on performance

Job summary

A family dental practice in Scottsdale, Arizona is seeking a Dental Assistant to support the dentist in a variety of procedures and ensure an exceptional patient experience. Responsibilities include maintaining patient records, educating patients on oral care, and implementing infection control practices. X-Ray certification in Arizona is required, and knowledge of dental terminology is crucial. Experience with Dentrix is a plus.

Qualifications

• X-Ray certification in Arizona is necessary.
• Knowledge of dental procedures and terminology required.
• Experience with Dentrix software is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist in various dental procedures with a quality dentist.
• Support the team to ensure a great patient experience.
• Maintain patient records and clinical documentation.
• Implement high levels of infection control.

Skills

X-Ray certification

Knowledge of dental procedures and terminology

Dentrix experience

Job description

Dental Assistant

Our office is an established and privately owned family practice. We offer competitive pay and an aggressive incentive program based on performance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in a wide variety of procedures with a quality dentist who provides exceptional care to every patient (cosmetic, implants, oral surgery, C&B, RCTs)
• Support the success of the entire team to ensure a great patient experience every time
• Maintain patient records (x-rays, CBT scans, iTero scans, intraoral photos, etc.) and clinical documentation
• Implement a high level of infection control
• Provide patients with instructions for oral care following all dental treatment procedures
• Educate patients on recommended treatment and appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health
• Communicate with labs as needed
• Communicate effectively with team members and patients

Requirements

• X-Ray certification in Arizona
• Knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
• Dentrix experience is a plus