Dental Assistant/Dental Receptionist

About the Role

Located in Chandler, AZ, this full‑time hybrid position splits time approximately 50% chairside dental assisting and 50% front‑desk reception. You’ll join a premier, patient‑focused family, cosmetic, and implant dental practice that values a dynamic, multi‑talented professional who excels both chairside and at the front desk. The modern, technology‑focused clinic offers a supportive, close‑knit culture where every team member is valued and empowered to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Chairside Assisting: Assist the dentist during exams, restorative care, cosmetic treatments, and surgical procedures.
• Operatory Prep & Sterilization: Prepare, sanitize, and break down treatment rooms; process instruments following strict infection‑control standards.
• Digital Radiography: Take and process clear diagnostic digital dental X‑rays efficiently.
• Patient Care & Charting: Escort patients to operatories, assist with clinical charting, and ensure patients feel informed and relaxed.
• Patient Hospitality & Check‑In: Warmly greet patients, manage check‑in/checkout, answer phone calls, and assist with scheduling.
• Schedule Optimization: Confirm appointments, fill schedule gaps, and keep daily appointment books running productively.
• Administrative Flow: Verify insurance benefits, update patient records, and collect co‑pays at the time of service.
• Patient Communication: Guide patients through care plan details, treatment scheduling, and follow‑up care instructions.

Requirements

• Experience: 3–5+ years of clinical dental assisting experience AND 1–2+ years of dental front office/reception experience.
• Certifications: Arizona Dental Radiography (X‑Ray) Certification (Required). Arizona Dental Assistant Certification & Coronal Polish Certification (Preferred).
• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency with dental practice management software (Denticon experience preferred), appointment scheduling, insurance verification, and front desk workflow.
• Clinical Knowledge: Deep knowledge of dental terminology, procedure codes, and Arizona clinical compliance standards.
• Key Traits: Highly adaptable, detail‑oriented, and comfortable working independently in both clinical and front office environments with an empathetic, patient‑first demeanor.
• Availability: Able to work the required schedule: Mon/Wed/Thu (8:00 AM – 4:00 PM) and Tue (10:00 AM – 6:00 PM).

Benefits

Full standard company medical, dental, vision, PTO, and retirement benefit options.

Pay

$24.00 – $26.00 per hour (DOE) plus eligibility for a Monthly Team Performance Bonus. Pay type: Hourly.

Schedule

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.