Surgical Dental Assistant – Growth & Implants Focus

Kitchen Guard of Phoenix; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Paid time off

401(k)

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

Kitchen Guard of Phoenix is seeking an experienced Surgical Dental Assistant to join our growing periodontal practice in Phoenix, AZ. You will assist during periodontal and implant procedures, prepare treatment rooms, maintain infection control, and support patients through the surgical process.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of dental assisting experience, excellent communication, and the ability to work calmly in a fast-paced clinic.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of dental assisting experience
• Strong clinical and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to anticipate the doctor’s needs during procedures
• Strong understanding of infection control and sterilization
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Reliable, punctual, and accountable
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Current CPR/BLS certification or ability to obtain

Responsibilities

• Assist the periodontist during periodontal, implant, and surgical procedures
• Prepare treatment rooms, surgical trays, instruments, and materials
• Maintain strict infection-control and sterilization protocols
• Take quality dental radiographs and CBCT scans
• Assist with anesthesia and surgical procedures
• Prepare and maintain surgical instruments and equipment
• Provide post-operative instructions and patient education
• Monitor and support patients throughout surgical procedures
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Ensure operatories are properly stocked and prepared for each procedure
• Welcome and establish rapport with patients
• Help patients feel comfortable before, during, and after treatment
• Clearly communicate post-operative instructions
• Anticipate patient needs and provide compassionate care
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times
• Work closely with the periodontist and front-office team to ensure smooth patient flow
• Communicate effectively with referring dental offices when appropriate
• Help maintain an organized, efficient clinical environment
• Participate in team meetings and ongoing training
• Take ownership of assigned responsibilities and follow through consistently
• Contribute to a positive, respectful, team-oriented culture

Skills

Dental assisting

Infection control

Communication

CPR/BLS

CBCT imaging

Tools

CBCT imaging

Job description

Kitchen Guard of Phoenix is seeking an experienced Surgical Dental Assistant to join our growing periodontal practice in Phoenix, AZ. You will assist during periodontal and implant procedures, prepare treatment rooms, maintain infection control, and support patients through the surgical process.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of dental assisting experience, excellent communication, and the ability to work calmly in a fast-paced clinic.