Dental Assistant- Sierra Vista

We are in search of a dynamic and bilingual dental assistant to join our team. A CDA with a minimum of 1 year of chairside experience. Coronal polish certification is preferred but not necessary. Your role involves all aspects of general dentistry, including same-day CEREC crowns, oral surgery, endodontic procedures, and more.

Our ideal candidate will be self-motivated, organized, energetic, personable, detail-oriented, and committed to exceptional patient care. We offer a competitive wage and benefits which include a retirement option, medical, and dental..

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Provide outstanding customer service with an excellent chairside manner

Assist the dentist in utilizing proper four-handed dentistry techniques, observing universal precautions

Be cognizant of doctor schedules and patient flow

Comply with office policies and procedures

Assume the standards of care related to infection control; following OSHA guidelines and ensuring safety protocols are upheld

Expose and digitally record ordered radiographs

Maintain dental operatories in an organized and clean fashion, assuring appropriate instruments and supplies are available

Work with the doctor to maintain adequate dental supplies and submit orders for necessary supplies for review and approval

Maintain patient comfort before, during, and after dental procedures

Clean and prepare instruments for sterilization

Sterilize and/or disinfect instruments, handpieces, and ancillary equipment

Assist office and doctor in maintaining patient records and informed consent documents

Chart existing dentistry and current conditions in a computerized dental chart

Take impressions for various prosthetic procedures and study models

Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care based on physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and age-related criteria pertinent to the patients

Punctual, and demonstrate a sense of urgency in your daily tasks

Minimum Qualifications:

Current CPR certification

High School Diploma

1 year of chairside dental assisting experience preferred

Coronal Polish Certificate (preferred)

We are looking for a knowledgeable and supportive team player to support in our growth. If you enjoy dentistry and working with a dynamic, and upbeat team, this is your new dental home! Please reply today!