Dental Assistant in Scottsdale, AZ

Permanent Dental Assistant Job

Scottsdale, AZ

Job Description

Specialty implant and restorative private practice seeking an experienced dental assistant to join the family! The candidate must possess existing front office skills, or have willingness to cross-train to perform front office duties. The position is 25-35 hours on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. with potential to become full time (M- Thur) Requirements: Highly motivated self-starter. Be proactive! Excellent communication and people skills Organization skills with attention to detail Registered dental assistant; or dental assistant with 2+ years experience X-ray certification and proficiency in radiography: know what's diagnostic and when to retake without being told. Able to use digital X-ray sensors Ability to multitask Strong background in all aspects of restorative dentistry (implants, dentures, crowns/bridges, veneers) Conscious of budget: ordering dental supplies and materials, conserving supplies Preferred: 1 years dental assisting experience Experience with dental insurances: verifying eligibility, submitting claims Proficient making impressions, pouring/trimming casts, making and adjusting temporaries Surgical assisting experience (implant placement, bone grafting, extractions) Knowledge of implant dentistry: restorative and surgical aspects Tech savvy Experience with SoftDent charting software Serious candidates will submit a cover letter, resume, and desired salary.