Job Description
Join our award-winning dental practice in sunny Tucson! Desert Smile Dental is seeking a compassionate and skilled Dental Assistant to join our dynamic team. We're offering a $2,500 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates ready to make a difference in patients' smiles. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment with state-of-the-art equipment. Perfect your skills while serving our vibrant community!
Responsibilities
- Prepare patients for examinations and assist dentists during procedures
- Take and develop dental radiographs (X-rays)
- Sterilize instruments and maintain treatment areas
- Manage inventory and order dental supplies
- Provide patient education on oral hygiene
- Assist with front desk duties including scheduling and billing
- Maintain strict HIPAA compliance and infection control protocols
Qualifications
- Active Dental Assistant certification or x-ray license in Arizona
- Minimum 1 year of clinical dental assisting experience
- Knowledge of dental software (Eaglesoft/Dentrix preferred)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- CPR certification required
- Spanish bilingual a plus