Dental Assistant: Patient Care & Clinic Support

Family Healthcare; Cedar City (UT); On-site; USD 29,342 - 39,606; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401K available on first day

Profit sharing up to 5%

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Family Healthcare in Cedar City, UT is seeking a Dental Assistant to provide excellent patient service and support the dental team under supervision.

You will prepare charts, assist during procedures, maintain accurate EHR documentation, and ensure infection control and safety standards are followed. A high school diploma and BLS are required, with preference for a Dental Assistant certification and bilingual English/Spanish abilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and one-year experience preferred.
• Current Dental Assistant Certification preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Basic familiarity with dental office routine and terminology.
• BLS certification required upon hire.
• Ability to work well as a team and keep information confidential.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality expected.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dental charts, assist during procedures, update EHR timely, document treatments and supply use.
• Lab work and dental x-rays per safety protocols, maintain reports and confidentiality.
• Participate in infection control and sterilization procedures and maintain clean environments.
• Schedule and follow up on appointments, provide pre- and post-op instructions, educate patients on oral hygiene.
• Coordinate with team to ensure smooth clinic operations and respond to internal messages.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Team player

Excellent communication

Education

High school diploma

Dental Assistant Certification

BLS Certification

Tools

EHR software

Job description

Family Healthcare in Cedar City, UT is seeking a Dental Assistant to provide excellent patient service and support the dental team under supervision.

You will prepare charts, assist during procedures, maintain accurate EHR documentation, and ensure infection control and safety standards are followed. A high school diploma and BLS are required, with preference for a Dental Assistant certification and bilingual English/Spanish abilities.