Lead Dental Assistant

United Dental Corporation•Phoenix, AZ

19d•$20 - $25

About The Position

$20 - $25 per hour, based on experience and location Regular schedule: 4-5 days per week No evenings or weekends Full benefits package Medical, Dental, Vision 401(k) with 4% match Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays Employee Assistance Program: Free confidential counseling and support Voluntary benefits: Pet insurance, identity theft protection, and more All PPE provided – safe and compliant workplace Continuing education opportunities

Requirements

Active DA License or Certificate in the state of Arizona
2+ years of dental assisting experience preferred
Strong clinical, communication, and team skills
Comfortable with both patient care and front office support
A positive attitude and the ability to work independently or with a team

Responsibilities

Assist the doctor chairside during exams and procedures
Aid in optimizing the Doctor's chare time during treatement
Take x-rays, impressions, and document detailed patient notes
Anticipate the doctor’s needs and maintain treatment flow
Use creativity to comfort anxious or pediatric patients
Help manage the daily schedule and reduce wait times
Partner with the front office to ensure proper handoff of treatement planning discussions
Assist with front desk tasks and verify patient insurance eligibility
Maintain treatment rooms and follow sterilization protocols
Provide gentle, clear oral hygiene instructions and post-operative care to patients
Maintain a clean, organized dental office, ensuring supplies are ordered, stocked and easily accessible
Stay current on safety, compliance, and licensure requirements
Be a reliable and dependable teammate by arriving on time and proactively learning the office technology and processes and procedures.