Dental Assistant (Elk Ridge) - Flagstaff - General Dentistry

El Rio Community Health Center•Flagstaff, AZ

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About The Position

Elk Ridge Community Health is seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented Dental Assistant to support dental care delivery and the organization’s mission of providing comprehensive, quality health care that is affordable and accessible. The role includes preparing treatment rooms and patients, assisting the dental clinician during procedures, sterilizing instruments, taking X-rays, maintaining patient records, and helping ensure a safe and comfortable environment. The position supports positive patient and staff experiences, healthier patients and employees, and positive financial results. The Dental Assistant maintains a clean, safe, and hygienic work environment in accordance with organizational policies and Joint Commission Certification requirements. The role also includes maintaining clinic inventory and equipment, supporting cost-effective use of supplies, participating in community and health care activities, accurately documenting work hours, and keeping proficiency with organizational systems and software. Other duties may be assigned. Employees must have reliable transportation for possible operational reassignments during the workday. Driving during work hours requires a valid driver’s license and compliance with Arizona vehicle insurance requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Employees must undergo pre-employment drug testing and may be subject to additional drug and alcohol testing under applicable regulations. Positions responsible for others’ safety and welfare are classified as safety-sensitive.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Radiation Health and Safety - X-ray certification.
Coronal Polishing Certificate required within 120 days of hire.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers.
Current, valid Level I fingerprint clearance card in good standing, or application for one within seven working days after beginning employment.
Reliable transportation capable of meeting operational reassignments during the workday.
If driving during work hours, a valid driver’s license and compliance with Arizona vehicle insurance requirements.
Employees must complete drug testing prior to employment and may be subject to post-accident, reasonable suspicion, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing.

Nice To Haves

One to two years of related experience and/or training.
Bilingual English/Spanish ability to speak, read, and write in both languages.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered if directly related to the job’s functions and responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Assist the dental clinician during dental procedures.
Prepare patients for treatment, help them feel comfortable in the dental chair, and obtain their dental records.
Maintain and sterilize dental instruments.
Maintain dental clinic inventory and equipment.
Take prescribed X-rays, including FMX, BWX, periapical, and/or panoramic X-rays.
Disinfect equipment between patients and perform weekly maintenance.
Maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic work environment in compliance with policies and procedures, including infection prevention and control requirements.
Demonstrate understanding and proficiency with compliance and reporting requirements applicable to Joint Commission Certification standards.
Represent Elk Ridge Community Health professionally and serve as a positive informational source for the community.
Participate in community events promoting good health and awareness of the organization’s services.
Participate in appropriate local, state, and national health care activities to maintain and enhance the organization’s image.
Use materials, supplies, and equipment cost-effectively and limit waste.
Accurately document hours worked and ensure documentation is approved in a timely manner.
Maintain proficiency with organizational operating systems and software, including learning and demonstrating skills required by updates and improvements.
Perform other duties as assigned.