JOB
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.
Hiring range for Dental Assistant I: $19.84 to $30.75 per hour, depending on qualifications
Hiring range for Dental Assistant II: $22.97 to $35.60 per hour, depending on qualifications EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Dental Assistant I:
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Prepares materials and tray set up to assist dentist during dental procedures. Sterilizes and disinfects instruments. Prepares and cleans operatory.
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Records and reviews patients' medical and dental histories. Monitors patients during dental procedures. Provides postoperative instructions prescribed by dentist.
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Performs clerical duties that include answering telephones, scheduling appointments, and processing messages and filing documents into the electronic dental record.
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Maintains the stock of supplies and materials. Processes diagnostic x rays
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Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Dental Assistant II:-
Prepares materials and tray set up to assist dentist during dental procedures. Sterilizes and disinfects instruments. Prepares and cleans operatory.
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Records and reviews patients' medical and dental histories. Monitors patients during dental procedures. Provides postoperative instructions prescribed by dentist.
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Performs clerical duties that include answering telephones, scheduling appointments, and processing messages and filing documents into the electronic dental record.
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Maintains the stock of supplies and materials.
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Processes diagnostic x rays.
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Takes preliminary alginate impressions for study models. Pours and trims study models.
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Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
