Senior Dental Assistant: X-ray Certified & Four-Handed Dentistry

Anchorage Neighborhood Health Center Inc; Campbell (AK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Anchorage Neighborhood Health Center Inc. seeks a skilled Dental Assistant III to support licensed clinicians in a busy dental clinic.

You will prepare patients, take vitals, capture x-rays, and assist with a range of procedures while maintaining a sterile environment and patient confidentiality. The role requires an accredited dental assistant program and CPR/BLS certification, with two years of dental experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Two years dental clinic experience preferred.
• Experience with dental front desk is a plus.
• Current CPR/BLS certification is required.
• Fully competent to perform x-rays and chairside assist.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for dental encounter and updates charts.
• Takes vital signs and records chief complaints.
• Captures dental x-rays and performs point-of-care tests when needed.
• Assists dentist with four-handed dentistry and prepares instruments.
• Educates patients on dental hygiene and post-operative care.
• Maintains sterile field and ensures HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Dental clinic experience

Dental software

Four-handed dentistry

Bilingual

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Accredited dental assistant program

Tools

Cerec crowns

Job description

Anchorage Neighborhood Health Center Inc. seeks a skilled Dental Assistant III to support licensed clinicians in a busy dental clinic.

You will prepare patients, take vitals, capture x-rays, and assist with a range of procedures while maintaining a sterile environment and patient confidentiality. The role requires an accredited dental assistant program and CPR/BLS certification, with two years of dental experience preferred.