What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant I or II - CHS (Prescott Valley) position at Yavapai County?
Role
Yavapai County Community Health Services is seeking a Dental Assistant to join our Team!
We are accepting applications for either a Dental Assistant I or a Dental Assistant II position, contingent upon the qualifications and skill set of eligible applicants.
As a Dental Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting dental procedures, educating patients about oral health, and ensuring a smooth and efficient clinic experience. The ideal candidate will demonstrate technical proficiency, possess strong organizational skills, and exhibit a commitment to providing high-quality care in a fast-paced environment. Bilingual in English/Spanish is preferred
Review complete class specification for Dental Assistant I here.
Review complete class specification for Dental Assistant II here.
Salary range for Dental Assistant I: $19.84 to $30.75 per hour
Salary range for Dental Assistant II: $22.97 to $35.59 per hour
Major Duties, Responsibilities
Dental Assistant I:
- Prepares materials and tray set up to assist dentist during dental procedures. Sterilizes and disinfects instruments. Prepares and cleans operatory.
- Records and reviews patients' medical and dental histories. Monitors patients during dental procedures. Provides postoperative instructions prescribed by dentist.
- Performs clerical duties that include answering telephones, scheduling appointments, and processing messages and filing documents into the electronic dental record.
- Maintains the stock of supplies and materials. Processes diagnostic x rays
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
- Prepares materials and tray set up to assist dentist during dental procedures. Sterilizes and disinfects instruments. Prepares and cleans operatory.
- Records and reviews patients' medical and dental histories. Monitors patients during dental procedures. Provides postoperative instructions prescribed by dentist.
- Performs clerical duties that include answering telephones, scheduling appointments, and processing messages and filing documents into the electronic dental record.
- Maintains the stock of supplies and materials.
- Processes diagnostic x rays.
- Takes preliminary alginate impressions for study models. Pours and trims study models.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Dental Assistant I:
Education:High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience:
No experience required.
Additional Requirements:
Must possess Basic Life Support for the Health Care Professional within three (3) months of hire.
Must obtain X-Ray certification within one (1) year of hire.
Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license.
Must possess a current fingerprint clearance card Issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety.
Dental Assistant II:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience:
A minimum of two (2) years of experience as a dental assistant.
Additional Requirements:
Must possess Dental X-Ray License.
Must possess Basic Life Support for the Health Care Professional.
Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license.
Must possess a current fingerprint clearance card Issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Yavapai County Government offers a comprehensive employee benefits package to
Full-Time employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes but is not limited to:
ELECTIVE COVERAGE
PLEASE NOTE
Yavapai County Government offers a comprehensive employee benefits package to
Full-Time employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes but is not limited to:
- 10 Paid Holidays Per Year
- Annual Leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Health Care Insurance – Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life Insurance
- Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
- Retirement Plans
- Sick Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
ELECTIVE COVERAGE
- 457 Deferred Compensation Program
- Dependent Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Short-Term Disability
- Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)
PLEASE NOTE
- Part-Time, Temporary and Seasonal employees accrue Sick Leave based on hours worked.
- Part-Time employees have limited benefits available.
- Temporary and Seasonal employees are not eligible to accrue Annual Leave.
Salary : $20 - $36