What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Fairbanks Family Dental Care?
At Fairbanks Family Dental Care, we believe great dental assistants are built through attitude, teamwork, work ethic, and growth — not just experience.
We are looking for a dependable, positive, growth-minded Dental Assistant who wants to be part of a collaborative, fast-paced, high-performing team that genuinely supports each other.
No dental experience? That’s okay. We are willing to train the right person.
What matters most to us is finding someone who:
- enjoys helping people
- communicates well
- works hard
- stays positive under pressure
- wants to grow professionally
- takes pride in being reliable and accountable
This is not just a “sterilization and suction” role. Our assistants perform advanced dental procedures daily and are a critical part of the patient experience and the overall success of the practice.
Why Our Team Is Different
We the highest-rated dental office in Fairbanks and have built a culture centered around:
- Teamwork
- Growth
- Accountability
- Compassion
- Connection
- Fun & Food
Our assistants work closely with doctors, hygienists, and front office team members every day in a collaborative group-practice environment.
We believe in:
- Entrusting our team to perform procedures and do as much as your certifications allow in patient care
- Cross-training and learning new skills
- Open communication and problem-solving
- Supporting each other during busy days
- Helping team members grow into leadership roles
- Creating a drama-free, respectful workplace
What You’ll Do
- Assist doctors chairside during dental procedures
- Help patients feel comfortable, educated, and cared for
- Coronal Polishing (free course instruction available if needed)
- Prepare and disinfect treatment rooms
- Sterilize instruments and maintain equipment
- Take dental radiographs (training available if needed)
- Help maintain smooth schedule flow throughout the day
- Track and organize supplies and inventory
- Communicate clearly with teammates to support patient care
- Participate positively in team meetings and ongoing training
What We’re Looking For
Ideal qualities:
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Coachable and willing to learn from mistakes
- Organized and detail-oriented
- Fast learner who can adapt quickly
- Professional and emotionally mature
- Team-oriented and dependable
- Comfortable in a fast-paced environment
- Compassionate and patient-focused
Experience:
- Dental assisting experience preferred but not required
- Radiology experience preferred
- Customer service, hospitality, childcare, medical, military, or fast-paced team experience is highly valued
Schedule
- Four 9–10 hour shifts with a paid 30 minute lunch break
- Monday–Thursday only
Benefits
- $19–30/hour Depending on Experience
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
- Health Insurance
- Health and Childcare FSA
- Monthly Profit Sharing
- Employee & family discount
- Professional development assistance
Who Thrives Here
This role is ideal for someone who:
- Wants long-term growth and stability
- Enjoys being busy and productive
- Likes working closely with a team
- Wants to continuously improve
- Takes pride in helping people feel comfortable and cared for
If that sounds like you, we’d love to meet you.
Please send:
- Your resume
- Three references
- A short note about why you’d be a great fit for this team and your favorite outdoor activity
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Profit sharing
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $30