Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant | 4-Day Workweek & 3-Day Weekends! (Glendale, AZ)

Job Title: Dental Assistant (Full-Time)

Location: Glendale, AZ (Arrowhead Foothills Dentistry)

Compensation: $20.00 - $25.00 / hour + Monthly Team Performance Bonus Potential

Schedule: Full-Time | Mon-Wed 6:15 AM - 5:30 PM | Thurs 8:15 AM - 5:30 PM (Enjoy 3-day weekends every single week!)

Why You'll Love Working With Us

At Arrowhead Foothills Dentistry , we pride ourselves on delivering top-tier, patient-centered care in a warm, state-of-the-art practice setting. Led by Dr. Dallas Steele and Dr. Jessi Howard , our clinical team enjoys a supportive, highly collaborative culture where every team member is valued.

We know that a great work environment starts with respecting your life outside of the clinic. Our unique 4-day workweek schedule allows you to maximize your full-time hours while getting every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday off!

Key Responsibilities

• Chairside Assisting: Assist doctors during exams, restorative procedures (fillings, crowns, root canals), extractions, and cosmetic treatments by passing instruments, suctioning, and maintaining a clear field of view.

• Patient Experience: Prepare patients for treatment, take medical/dental histories, update charts, and deliver pre/post-operative instructions with compassion and care.

• Operatory Prep & Sterilization: Set up treatment rooms, disinfect equipment, and follow OSHA, HIPAA, and strict infection control protocols.

• Diagnostic Imaging & Scans: Take clear dental X-rays and capture digital scans/impressions as needed.

• Supply Management: Maintain operatory stocking, organize instrument trays, and assist with clinical inventory.

Qualifications & Skills

• Required: Arizona Dental Assistant Certification

• Required: Arizona Dental Radiologic Safety Certificate (X-ray Certified)

• Required: Arizona Coronal Polish Certificate

• Preferred: 1+ years of chairside dental assisting experience in a general dentistry setting

• Mindset: Reliable, punctual for early morning starts, detail-oriented, and a true team player who values high patient satisfaction

What We Offer (Benefits)

• Competitive Pay: $20.00 - $25.00/hr (depending on experience & certifications)

• Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical & Dental coverage

• Retirement Security: 401(k) plan

• Balanced Work-Life Schedule: Full 40-hour work schedule packed into 4 days with every Friday off

• Modern Facility: Equipped with updated dental tech, digital impressions/scanning, and strict safety standards