Dental Assistant Job at Smile Arizona Dentistry in Scottsdale

Overview

Smile Arizona Dentistry, located in Scottsdale, AZ, provides comprehensive dental and preventive care in a patient-centered environment. Services include cosmetic and restorative dentistry, implant and surgical care, emergency treatments, advanced periodontics, and facial aesthetics solutions. We aim for anxiety-free dentistry with painless sedation options.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site Dental Assistant role located in Scottsdale, AZ, working Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday with limited Monday and Friday service hours. The Dental Assistant will support dentists by preparing treatment rooms, sterilizing instruments, assisting during procedures, taking radiographs, maintaining patient records, and educating patients on oral hygiene. The role also involves implementing infection control protocols and ensuring smooth clinical operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments
• Assist dentists chairside during treatments
• Take accurate radiographs (X-rays)
• Maintain accurate patient records
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices
• Implement infection control protocols
• Support smooth clinical operations

Qualifications

• Experience in dental care, dentistry, and oral care
• Proficiency in sterilization techniques and adherence to infection control standards
• Competence in dental assisting procedures, including chairside assistance and patient care
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Certification in dental radiology, Dental Assisting (CDA) or equivalent preferred
• CPR/BLS certification is a plus (re-certification may be provided)
• Familiarity with dental practice management software (e.g., Eaglesoft) is an advantage

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care

Note: This description reflects the current information about the role and organization and does not include any hiring boilerplate or external references.