Dental Assistant PT29

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

Job Details

Job Location: Cedar City, UT 84720
Position Type: Part Time
Education Level: High School/GED
Salary Range: $21.30 - $28.75 Hourly

Summary

The Dental Assistant (DA) shall provide excellent customer service. The DA works collaboratively and professionally with the other clinical staff, under the direction of the supervisor and in collaboration of the Dental Team, for the effective and efficient delivery of medical care services. The duties of the Dental Assistant shall not exceed those duties permitted by Utah State Laws. The Dental Assistant is required to perform duties as outlined in this job description.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Clinical & Documentation Duties: Prepare dental charts, assist during procedures, update and review EHR timely, document treatments and supply use, and maintain accurate coding and prior authorizations.
• Lab, X-Ray & Safety Compliance: Perform lab work and dental x-rays per safety protocols (CLIA, OSHA), ensure lab report follow-up, maintain certifications, and uphold strict patient confidentiality.
• Quality & Infection Control: Participate in quality assurance activities, check for expired supplies, maintain clean clinical environments, and follow all infection control and sterilization procedures.
• Scheduling & Patient Communication: Schedule and follow up on appointments, provide pre- and post-op instructions, educate patients on oral hygiene, and ensure timely, courteous communication.
• Team Collaboration & Patient Flow: Coordinate with team members to ensure smooth clinic operations, respond to internal messages, and assist others as needed to support patient care.

Physical Demands

Duties are generally performed in an office environment where hazards and discomforts are controlled and modifiable. The position requires the ability to stand, bend at the waist, kneel, reach over the head, talk, hear, and see. Must be able to move or lift documents and materials weighing up to 30 pounds. Position requires knowledge and use of typical office equipment including telephones, copiers, fax machines, and personal computers. Position requires frequent contact with fellow employees, patients and community. Position may require travel to other sites for work assignments, meetings or training.

Benefits

• 401K available on the 1st day of hire for all employees, Family Healthcare will match dollar for dollar up to 3% and .50 cents on the dollar for the next 2% up to 5% of yearly earnings
• Profit Sharing: All employees are eligible for up to 5% of yearly earnings after working with Family Healthcare for 6 months consecutively
• Employee Assistance Program for counseling
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• High school diploma and one-year experience preferred.
• Current Dental Assistant Certification from an accredited Dental Assistant school preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• Basic familiarity with dental office routine and terminology.
• Basic Life Support Certificate required upon hire.
• Ability to work well as a team, exhibit integrity, use good judgment and keep confidential information.
• Demonstrate reliable attendance and punctuality consistently.
• Pass Dental Assistant competency within the first 90 days and annually.

Required Vaccines and Test

Influenza, Tdap, Hep B, MMR, Varicella, TB test, and Negative Drug Test results. Additional Vaccines may be required.