Permanent Dental Assistant Job in Tucson, AZ
We are looking for a competent dental/surgical assistant who will make the dentistâs office more efficient and pleasant for patients. Youâll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentistâs shoulders. Dental assistants should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible. Responsibilities Welcome customers in the dental office Prepare customers for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed Sterilize instruments according to regulations Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry Undertake lab tasks as instructed Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked Maintain surgical instruments and equipment Setting up rooms and instruments for advanced surgical procedures Schedule appointments Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures Skills Proven experience as a dental assistant Proven experience assisting with surgical procedures including: implant placement, bone grafting, connective tissue grafting, and full mouth reconstruction Flexibility to travel locally to assist with all surgical procedures Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods Understanding of health & safety regulations Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus Good computer skills Excellent communication and people skills Attention to detail Well-organized and reliable High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred Additional certification or training is an asset (e.g. EFDA) Job Type: Full-time Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour Benefits: Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Experience: Dental assisting: 1 year (Required) Ability to Commute: Tucson, AZ 85741 (Required) Work Location: In person
