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Choice Healthcare Services·Glendale, Arizona
Dental Assistant
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The Dental Assistant supports dental care delivery by preparing treatment rooms, patients, and instruments for procedures. They also assist doctors during treatments, perform cleaning, and maintain accurate patient charts.
The Dental Assistant supports dental care delivery by preparing treatment rooms, patients, instruments, and materials; passing instruments and materials; performing procedures in compliance with the Arizona dental standards. At CHOICE Healthcare Services, our mission is to provide everyone access to the healthcare they need. CHOICE is the largest provider of pediatric dental care in the Southwest United States, and we pride ourselves on delivering high quality care to children in our communities.
What we provide to you as a
CHOICE teammate: Care for your wellbeing and work-life balance Professional and personal growth Experienced leadership support Fun and supportive team dynamic with events and celebrations Comprehensive benefits package
Responsibilities: Essential
include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Assists the doctor in procedures Takes x-rays Takes IO's Assist in Prophylaxis cleaning of teeth Instructs patients on oral hygiene Charts cavities and teeth with doctor Sterilizes instruments Sets up/breakdown and prepares rooms for treatment/hygiene Charting of patient's treatment and treatment plan with doctor
Education and/or Experience: Certification from a dental college OR three to six months related experience and/or training OR equivalent combination of education and experience, preferred Required Certificates or Licenses: Arizona X-Ray certification Current BLS certification Arizona Coronal Polish certification Preferred Certifications: Arizona Sealant certification
Candidates must hold an Arizona X-Ray certification and current BLS certification. A dental college certificate or three to six months of related experience is preferred.
Market context
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.