Dental Assistant/Dental Receptionist

Job Description

Job Description

Dental Assistant / Receptionist (Hybrid Position)

• Position Title: Dental Assistant / Receptionist (Hybrid Role)

• Location: Chandler, AZ

• Employment Category: Full-Time

• Schedule:

  • Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

  • Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

• Compensation: $24.00 – $26.00 / hour (DOE) + Monthly Team Performance Bonus

• Pay Type: Hourly

Why You'll Love Working With Us

Are you a versatile dental professional who excels both chairside and at the front desk? A premier, patient-focused family, cosmetic, and implant dental practice in Chandler, AZ is seeking a dynamic, multi-talented Dental Assistant / Receptionist to join their tight-knit team.

This is a unique, high-impact hybrid role with responsibilities split approximately 50% Dental Assisting and 50% Reception . In our modern, technology-focused clinic, you will serve as a vital team member-transitioning seamlessly between delivering exceptional chairside patient care and ensuring a warm, organized front-desk experience.

Here is what makes this opportunity stand out:

• Predictable Full-Time Schedule: Consistent day shifts ( Mon/Wed/Thu 8am–4pm & Tue 10am–6pm ) designed for great work-life balance.

• Competitive Pay & Monthly Bonus: Earn $24.00–$26.00/hour (based on experience) plus eligibility for a Monthly Team Performance Bonus .

• The Best of Both Worlds: Keep your clinical chairside skills sharp while expanding your administrative impact across the practice.

• Modern, Tech-Forward Office: Work in an advanced facility equipped with digital imaging, modern amenities, and comprehensive treatment offerings.

• Close-Knit, Supportive Culture: Join a collaborative team where every member is valued, supported, and empowered to work independently.

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Full standard company medical, dental, vision, PTO, and retirement benefit options.

What You'll Be Doing (The Role)

As a Hybrid Dental Assistant & Receptionist, you will adapt to daily patient flow and keep both the back and front office running smoothly:

Clinical Dental Assisting (~50%):

• 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.

Front Office Reception (~50%):

• 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.

Qualifications & 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) .

Ready to Apply?

If you are a dependable, team-oriented dental professional who thrives on variety and delivers excellence from the front desk to the dental chair, we want to connect with you! Apply today for a confidential preliminary screening.