Dental Assistant: Grow Your Career & Make a Difference

Anchorage Neighborhood Health Center Inc; Campbell (AK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Anchorage Neighborhood Health Center (ANHC) invites you to join our dental team as a Dental Assistant Trainee, I, II, or III, depending on experience. You will support patient care, prepare for procedures, and assist with radiographs and clinical duties in a patient‑centered environment.

We offer growth opportunities, a tobacco-free campus, and comprehensive benefits. CPR/BLS certification is required or obtainable on hire, with advancement based on demonstrated competencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; graduation from an accredited Dental Assistant program preferred.
• Current CPR/BLS certification or ability to obtain upon hire.
• Strong communication and customer service skills; ability to work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for dental appointments by reviewing and updating medical and dental records.
• Obtain and record vital signs, chief complaints, and relevant health information.
• Prepare instruments, materials, and treatment rooms for procedures.
• Assist dentists during procedures using four-handed dentistry techniques.
• Maintain sterile fields and ensure infection control standards.
• Capture diagnostic dental radiographs; take dental impressions and prepare study models.
• Expand clinical duties with experience: fluoride treatments, sealants, temporary crowns, rubber dams, etc.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or GED

Graduation from accredited Dental Assistant program

CPR/BLS certification or ability to obtain

Tools

Dental software

Radiography equipment

CEREC crown fabrication

Job description

Anchorage Neighborhood Health Center (ANHC) invites you to join our dental team as a Dental Assistant Trainee, I, II, or III, depending on experience. You will support patient care, prepare for procedures, and assist with radiographs and clinical duties in a patient‑centered environment.

We offer growth opportunities, a tobacco-free campus, and comprehensive benefits. CPR/BLS certification is required or obtainable on hire, with advancement based on demonstrated competencies.