Job Description
Are you looking for a place where you can really make a difference in people's lives? As a Holistic and Airway Dental practice we are changing the trajectory of our patients health every day. This is not a normal dental office. Our small, dedicated healthcare team, focuses on taking a bigger picture view of our patients' health and strives to impact their overall health in a meaningful way. Healthcare is a calling and we are searching for a team member who wants to share in this journey with us. Scottsdale Family Smiles is pleased to announce an exciting full-time opportunity in our dynamic team, as we are currently looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Certified Dental Assistant. Our ideal candidate is someone who embodies professionalism, skill, and dedication to patient care, ensuring a seamless and positive experience for each individual we treat. We are a highly-trained office that treats our patients comprehensively be it through amazing general dentistry, cosmetics, reconstructions, implants as well as Invisalign.
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Assist dentists and dental hygienists in clinical procedures and treatments to ensure efficient and safe dental services.
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Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and ensure necessary equipment is ready for use.
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Take and process dental X-rays as required while ensuring compliance with all safety protocols.
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Perform office management tasks such as scheduling appointments, maintaining dental records, and managing inventory of supplies and materials.
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Provide postoperative instructions prescribed by the dentist and educate patients on oral hygiene strategies.
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Ensure optimal patient comfort before, during, and after dental procedures.
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Engage with patients to provide information about dental procedures and discuss treatment plans.
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Maintain a clean and organized work environment that complies with OSHA and other regulatory bodies' safety standards.
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Assist in the management of dental emergencies efficiently and calmly.
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Collaborate with the dental team to streamline office operations and enhance patient satisfaction.
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Continuously update professional knowledge and participate in educational opportunities appropriate to the role.
Requirements:
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Current Arizona x-ray certification with proficiency in taking diagnostic x-rays
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Coronal polish certification or willingness to become certified
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Demonstrated ability to follow directions and effectively communicate with colleagues and patients
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Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
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Reliable and dependable with the ability to adapt to a flexible schedule
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Excellent interpersonal skills; must be outgoing and collaborate well in a team setting
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Proficient in using dental office software, preferably Eaglesoft
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Strong commitment to maintaining the highest levels of safety and hygiene in the workplace
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Work hours are Monday through Thursday from 7:30am to 5:30 pm
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Anticipated work hours are between 32 and 40 hours per week
Benefits:
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Employee discount
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Free parking
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Health insurance
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Paid sick time
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Paid time off
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Uniform allowance
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401k Plan
