Dental Assistant

Location: Glendale, Arizona
Position: Full-Time
Pay Range: $20-$30 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications

Family Dental Station is seeking a dependable, motivated, and patient-focused Dental Assistant to join our clinical team. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, professional, and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced dental office while helping provide an excellent patient experience.

The Dental Assistant will work closely with our dentists, hygienists, and other team members to support daily clinical operations, maintain a safe treatment environment, and ensure patients receive quality dental care.

Patient Care & Clinical Assisting

• Prepare patients for dental procedures and help them feel comfortable throughout their visit.

• Assist dentists during restorative, crown and bridge, endodontic, extraction, implant, and other dental procedures as trained and permitted.

• Take dental radiographs when properly qualified and authorized.

• Take intraoral scans, impressions, and dental photographs as trained and assigned.

• Prepare, organize, and pass instruments and dental materials during procedures.

• Mix and prepare dental materials according to manufacturer instructions and office protocols.

• Provide patients with post-operative instructions as directed by the dentist.

• Monitor patient comfort and communicate concerns to the provider.

• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and update patient records in Dentrix Ascend.

Operatory Setup & Infection Control

• Set up treatment rooms before procedures and disinfect them between patients.

• Sterilize instruments and maintain sterilization equipment according to established protocols.

• Follow OSHA, CDC, and office infection-control procedures.

• Maintain proper handling and disposal of sharps, biohazardous materials, and contaminated instruments.

• Monitor and restock clinical supplies.

• Keep operatories, sterilization areas, and laboratory spaces clean and organized.

Daily Workflow & Teamwork

• Review the daily schedule and prepare rooms, instruments, and materials in advance.

• Help keep appointments running on time.

• Communicate effectively with dentists, hygienists, treatment coordinators, and front-office staff.

• Anticipate provider needs during procedures and maintain an organized workspace.

• Assist with laboratory cases, temporary restorations, and case preparation as assigned.

• Follow office policies, clinical protocols, and documentation standards.

• Demonstrate reliability, accountability, flexibility, and a willingness to learn.

• Participate in team meetings, training, and continuing education as needed.

• Dental assisting experience preferred; entry-level applicants may be considered.

• Graduation from a dental assisting program preferred.

• Current CPR/BLS certification or willingness to obtain it as required.

• Arizona dental assisting credentials appropriate to assigned duties.

• Radiography certification or other required qualifications for duties performed.

• Knowledge of dental instruments, materials, sterilization, and infection control.

• Familiarity with general dentistry procedures, including fillings, crowns, extractions, and root canals.

• Dentrix Ascend experience preferred.

• Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills.

• Ability to multitask and work effectively in a busy dental office.

• Professional appearance, positive attitude, and compassionate patient care.

• Dependable attendance and punctuality.

• Hourly pay: $20-30, depending on experience and qualifications.

• Competitive compensation based on clinical skills and experience.

• Potential performance-based incentives, if offered by the practice.

• Overtime compensation when applicable and required by law.

• Opportunities for pay increases based on performance, experience, and additional certifications.

Benefits may include:

• Paid time off (PTO).

• Paid holidays, depending on eligibility.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, if offered.

• 401(k) or retirement plan, if offered.

• Employee dental benefits.

• Continuing education and professional development opportunities.

• Support for required certifications, if offered.

• Opportunities for advancement into expanded clinical responsibilities when qualified.

• Supportive team environment and opportunities to grow within the practice.

Final pay and benefits will be confirmed during the hiring process and based on employment status and eligibility.

• Full-time position.

• Schedule to be discussed during the interview.

• Availability for scheduled weekdays and occasional extended hours may be required.

Interested candidates should submit a resume highlighting their dental assisting experience, education, certifications, and availability.

Join Family Dental Station and become part of a team committed to exceptional patient care, clinical excellence, and a positive patient experience!