Dental Assistant: Radiography, Sterilization & Patient Care

MOUNTAIN PARK HEALTH CENTER; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Mountain Park Health Center is seeking a Dental Assistant to support the dental team in delivering patient care. The role involves assisting providers and hygienists, performing radiographs per RHS guidelines, and maintaining sterile, organized dental setups.

Candidates should hold a Dental Assistant Certificate and a current CPR certification, with RHS certification or the ability to obtain within 90 days. Occasional travel to other Mountain Park locations is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Dental Assistant Certificate required.
• Current CPR Certification required.
• AZ RHS certificate or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist dental provider and hygienists in delivering dental services.
• Perform routine radiographic imaging as required by the AZ Radiation Health and Safety (RHS)Certificate.
• Record treatment, code charges, prepare treatment plans on dental charts, and enter progress notes in the patient file.
• Relay treatment information, instructions, directions and consent to patients, parents or guardians as directed by dentists/hygienists.
• Prepare and maintain all dental trays and instruments.
• Complete Instrument Processing: Level 2 Competency.
• Maintain sterilization, cleanliness and inventory of dental equipment.
• Pickup, deliver and communicate regarding the status of dental laboratory cases.
• Collaborate with dental back office and front office teams to ensure quality patient care.
• Travel to other Mountain Park locations as assigned.

Skills

CPR Certification

Patient communication

Sterilization techniques

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Dental Assistant Certificate

Job description

Mountain Park Health Center is seeking a Dental Assistant to support the dental team in delivering patient care. The role involves assisting providers and hygienists, performing radiographs per RHS guidelines, and maintaining sterile, organized dental setups.

Candidates should hold a Dental Assistant Certificate and a current CPR certification, with RHS certification or the ability to obtain within 90 days. Occasional travel to other Mountain Park locations is required.