Dental Assistant

SmartHealth·Phoenix, Arizona

$20 - $25/hrFull Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 27 days ago

Practice for this role

Dental Assistant · $20 - $25/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-30% vs. median posted rate for dental roles in Phoenix, Arizona ($28.59/hr, n=156)

328 similar openings in the Phoenix area · median $28.50/hr

$15.19/hr · p10p90 · $413/hr

this role: $20.00/hrmedian $28.59/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 156 posted dental roles in Phoenix, Arizona rates. This role sits in the 25th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 30% below the Phoenix, Arizona median for dental roles.

The Dental Assistant will support the dentist during patient treatments and maintain accurate patient records. They are also responsible for providing patient instructions, stocking supplies, and cleaning operatories.

We are looking for a personable, dependable, skilled, and efficient Dental Assistant for our fast paced office.

Schedule: Monday through Thursday

What You'll Do

Assist the Dentist at the chair while they are engaged in treatment of patients
Maintain proper patient treatment records including consent forms for treatment
Give pre and postoperative instructions
Stock supplies in Operatories, lab, sterilization, etc as needed
Cleaning of Operatories

Skills and Experience

X-Ray certification in Arizona
Minimum of 1 year dental assistant experience required
Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
Open Dental knowledge a plus

Benefits

Medical (as low as $68/month), Dental, and Vision Insurance
Vacation, Sick, and Holiday paid time off

- 401k with Company Match

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In support of our mission statement, "Healthier Practices, Healthier Patients", we have adopted a tobacco-free environment and we do NOT hire tobacco and nicotine users, including the use of e-cigarettes.

Monday through Thursday

Requirements

Candidates must hold an X-Ray certification in Arizona and have at least one year of dental assisting experience. Proficiency in dental terminology and procedures is required, with knowledge of Open Dental software considered a plus.

professional certificate
Sterilization
Patient Records Management
Dental Assisting
Dental Procedures
X-Ray Certification
Dental Terminology
Open Dental Software
Postoperative Instructions
Preoperative Instructions

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $20 - $25/hr
Location: Phoenix, Arizona
Posted: Aug 12, 2026
Application: Employer website

Arizona dental assistant roles stay consistently needed

Dental assistant openings in Arizona are typically steady because practices need support for chairside care, sterilization, scheduling, and patient communication. Competition often centers on certifications, familiarity with dental terminology and equipment, and the ability to work smoothly with a team while managing time well. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your credentials and prepare an example of how you handle patient flow and coordination.