DENTAL ASSISTANT

Bilingual Dental Assistant (English/Spanish)

Experience Required: Minimum 2 Years Clinical Experience

About Our Practice

Chandler Dental Home is a thriving dental practice dedicated to clinical excellence and high standards of patient care. We take pride in our professional and collaborative work environment. Currently, we are excited to announce a career opportunity for an experienced Dental Assistant. This position r equires a bilingual individual who is fluent in both English and Spanish , capable of thriving in a dynamic, fast-paced setting.

This full-time position is ideal for someone who is not only clinically proficient but also poised, dependable, and effective at managing tasks.

Position Summary

The Dental Assistant at Chandler Dental Home is crucial for maintaining clinical efficiency, ensuring patient comfort, and contributing to the overall success of our practice. The ideal candidate is proactive, highly organized, and adept at anticipating the needs of the dentist, facilitating a smooth and efficient patient flow.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Chairside assisting during various dental procedures such as restorative works and surgical operations.
• Assist in procedures involving crowns, bridges, fillings, extractions, and root canals.
• Take high-quality digital radiographs and capture intraoral photos and scans using iTero scanners.
• Maintain rigorous isolation techniques during procedures.
• Accurately chart procedures and patient interactions in Dentrix and Dentrix-Ascend practice management software.
• Efficiently prepare and breakdown operatories before and after procedures.
• Ensure all instruments are properly sterilized in line with OSHA standards.
• Adhere to strict infection control protocols as per guidelines.
• Monitor dental supplies and effectively communicate inventory needs.
• Provide clear and concise pre-operative and post-operative instructions to patients.
• Translate and facilitate communication between the dental staff and Spanish-speaking patients.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in dental assisting is required.
• Fluency in both English and Spanish is essential.
• Must hold a valid Arizona Radiation Certification.
• Must have a current CPR certification.
• Familiarity and compliance with OSHA & HIPAA regulations.
• Proficiency in using Dentrix and Dentrix-Ascend dental software.
• Demonstrated strong work ethic and reliability in previous roles.

What We Value

• Professionalism in every interaction and procedure.
• Accountability and willingness to take responsibility for actions and outcomes.
• Efficiency in performing duties and managing time.
• Fostering a positive team culture that values growth and development.
• A growth mindset open to learning and adapting to new challenges.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation based on experience.
• Paid sick time in accordance with Arizona state law.
• Paid holidays for eligible employees.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the practice.
• Supportive and structured leadership to help you succeed in your role.