full-time 15 days ago
Certified Dental Assistant II - Health Center
Valleywise Health
2525 East Roosevelt Street, Phoenix, AZ 85008
19.73 - 29.10/hr
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Are you a passionate, patient-focused Certified Dental Assistant looking to elevate your career in a dynamic hospital environment? Valleywise Health is looking for a skilled professional like yourself to join our collaborative care team!
In this role, you will work directly alongside our Family Health Center (FHC) Manager, dentists, and dental hygienists to deliver exceptional oral healthcare. This position perfectly balances high-quality clinical care with vital patient interactions.
Why You’ll Love This Role:
Clinical Variety: Move beyond routine cleanings by assisting with diverse hospital-grade dental procedures.
Use Advanced Skills: Fully utilize your certification by performing coronal polishing and mastering digital X-rays.
Patient Connection: Be the welcoming face of our clinic by managing patient records and scheduling.
Collaborative Culture: Work in a supportive, multidisciplinary hospital team that values your expertise.
Why You’ll Love Working With Us:
Professional Growth: Valleywise Health is the largest teaching hospital in the valley. Opportunities exist for continuing education, advanced certifications, and exposure to the latest technologies.
Supportive, Specialized Team: Join a warm, highly skilled group of physicians, nurses, and professionals dedicated to excellence in healthcare.
Competitive Benefits: Robust compensation, 100% matched Pension retirement plan, comprehensive health coverage, paid time off, and more.
Hourly Pay Range: $19.73 - $29.10
Qualifications:
Education:
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and completion of an approved training course for Dental Assistants.
Experience:
Must have at least one to two (1-2) years of dental assistant experience working with adult and child population, preferably in a clinic setting.
Certification/Licensure:
Requires Dental Radiography and Coronal Polishing certification with the State of Arizona.
Requires BLS. A BLS card obtained through an approved American Heart Association (AHA) training center is preferred and will be required within 3 months.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Must possess knowledge of dental office and dental operative assistance techniques as well as knowledge of principles and methods of sterilizing instruments, oral hygiene techniques, methods, processed, materials, instruments and equipment used in making dental appliances.
Must be able to work with a diverse population.
Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
Requires the ability to read, write and speak effectively in English.
Location: Valleywise Health System · FQHC Dental - Phoenix
Schedule: Regular FT 40 Hours Per Week, Days
In this role, you will work directly alongside our Family Health Center (FHC) Manager, dentists, and dental hygienists to deliver exceptional oral healthcare. This position perfectly balances high-quality clinical care with vital patient interactions.
Why You’ll Love This Role:
Clinical Variety: Move beyond routine cleanings by assisting with diverse hospital-grade dental procedures.
Use Advanced Skills: Fully utilize your certification by performing coronal polishing and mastering digital X-rays.
Patient Connection: Be the welcoming face of our clinic by managing patient records and scheduling.
Collaborative Culture: Work in a supportive, multidisciplinary hospital team that values your expertise.
Why You’ll Love Working With Us:
Professional Growth: Valleywise Health is the largest teaching hospital in the valley. Opportunities exist for continuing education, advanced certifications, and exposure to the latest technologies.
Supportive, Specialized Team: Join a warm, highly skilled group of physicians, nurses, and professionals dedicated to excellence in healthcare.
Competitive Benefits: Robust compensation, 100% matched Pension retirement plan, comprehensive health coverage, paid time off, and more.
Hourly Pay Range: $19.73 - $29.10
Qualifications:
Education:
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and completion of an approved training course for Dental Assistants.
Experience:
Must have at least one to two (1-2) years of dental assistant experience working with adult and child population, preferably in a clinic setting.
Certification/Licensure:
Requires Dental Radiography and Coronal Polishing certification with the State of Arizona.
Requires BLS. A BLS card obtained through an approved American Heart Association (AHA) training center is preferred and will be required within 3 months.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Must possess knowledge of dental office and dental operative assistance techniques as well as knowledge of principles and methods of sterilizing instruments, oral hygiene techniques, methods, processed, materials, instruments and equipment used in making dental appliances.
Must be able to work with a diverse population.
Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
Requires the ability to read, write and speak effectively in English.
Location: Valleywise Health System · FQHC Dental - Phoenix
Schedule: Regular FT 40 Hours Per Week, Days
About Valleywise Health
Valleywise Health is committed to providing exceptional care without exception. They focus on high-quality medical care for every patient, every time. The organization shines a spotlight on its unsung heroes and celebrates milestones like the 60 years of the Arizona Burn Center.