Surgical Dental Assistant

@ East Valley Perio
East Valley Perioeastvalleyperio.com

Surgical Dental Assistant

Tempe, Arizona
Posted 1 day ago

About the job

East Valley Periodontics is a caring dental practice focused on helping patients achieve healthy, confident smiles. We value teamwork, trust, and collaboration. The role involves assisting during surgeries, patient care, and maintaining a welcoming environment, with a focus on quality service and compliance.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Dental Assistant and Dental Radiology certifications
  • Minimum 2 years Dental Assistant experience

Qualifications

  • Strong clinical support skills
  • Patient education ability
  • Team player attitude

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Overview

Surgical Dental Assistant

East Valley Periodontics

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Surgical Dental Assistant to join our dedicated team at East Valley Periodontics. In this role, you'll support our providers during surgical procedures, help deliver exceptional patient care, and contribute to the overall efficiency of our practice.

At East Valley Periodontics, we're more than just coworkers—we're a close-knit team committed to making a difference in the lives of our patients and one another. We believe the best workplaces are built on trust, collaboration, laughter, and a shared passion for helping people achieve healthy, confident smiles.

Schedule: Full Time, Mon-Thu 7:45am-4:30pm, Fri 7:45am-3:30pm


Responsibilities
  • Provide chair-side clinical support to Drs by assisting, charting, patient education, operatory set-up and clean-up
  • Deliver a superior patient experience at all phases of their appointment
  • Take and process X-Rays
  • Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
  • Complete sterilization processes for equipment and operatories
  • Welcome, comfort and educate patients on oral hygiene and post treatment care
  • Ensure infection control protocols, maintain patient confidentiality and follow workplace regulations
  • Please note that additional responsibilities may be assigned

Qualifications

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Dental Assistant and Dental Radiology certifications
  • Minimum of 2 years of Dental Assistant experience

We Offer

  • Competitive Compensation
  • Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Flexible Spending Accounts, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and much more!

Specialized Dental Partners, its affiliates, related companies and independently owned supported clinical practices are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

The salary range for this role is $25-$30 per hour. At Specialized Dental Partners, its affiliates, related companies and independently owned supported clinical practices, we are committed to ensuring fair and equitable pay for all employees. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding pay equity and non-discrimination. Our compensation practices are designed to ensure that employees are paid fairly based on their role, experience, performance, and contributions to the company, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We regularly review our compensation practices and conduct pay equity audits to identify and address any disparities. By fostering a culture of transparency and fairness, we aim to create an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected.

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