Job Description
Join Sunstone Dental Group, a premier dental practice in Tucson, AZ, seeking a skilled Dental Assistant with flexible scheduling options. We offer a supportive environment where your expertise shines while accommodating your lifestyle needs. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a patient-centered setting.
Responsibilities
- Assist dentists during complex procedures including restorative, surgical, and cosmetic treatments
- Manage patient scheduling and clinical documentation using Dentrix software
- Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize dental instruments following OSHA protocols
- Take and develop digital radiographs and intraoral photos
- Administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide monitoring
- Deliver exceptional patient education on oral hygiene and post-treatment care
Qualifications
- Current Dental Assistant certification (DANB or state equivalent)
- Minimum 2 years of clinical experience in general dentistry
- Proficiency in digital radiography and dental imaging
- CPR/BLS certification maintained
- Strong knowledge of infection control protocols
- Excellent communication skills with diverse patient populations
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities