Full -Time Dental Assistant - Palisades Dental

American Dental Companies • American Fork, UT

1d • $18 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

At Palisades Dental, we are more than just a dental practice-we are a dedicated family serving the American Fork, Highland, Lehi, and Pleasant Grove communities. Led by Dr. Jeff Youngquist, our state-of-the-art facility is committed to providing premium, comfortable, and comprehensive care for the whole family. We thrive on a supportive, patient-first culture and even boast a Spanish-speaking staff to better serve our diverse community. We are looking for a dedicated, friendly Dental Assistant to join our dynamic team and help our patients smile more and stress less!

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Dental Assistant program.
• DANB certification is required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of dental assisting experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a positive, team-oriented attitude.
• Familiarity with standard dental office procedures, digital X-rays, and dental patient management software.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently assist dentists during a variety of general, cosmetic, pediatric, and emergency dental procedures.
• Prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and ensure all equipment is set up and compliant with health and safety regulations.
• Greet patients warmly, make them feel comfortable in the chair, and clearly communicate post-operative and oral hygiene care instructions.
• Assist with managing patient records, charting, and scheduling follow-up appointments using patient management software.
• Maintain a clean, organized office environment and seamlessly collaborate with our tightly-knit team of dental professionals.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: $18.00 to $25.00/hr based on your experience.
• Great Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a reliable 4-day work week (Monday–Thursday) with your Fridays and weekends completely free!
• Opportunities for professional development in a multi-doctor, full-service practice.
• Work in a supportive, locally-owned practice with a reputation for solid, honest work and a highly appreciative patient base.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree