Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant – Full-Time (4-Day Work Week & 3-Day Weekends!) Practice: Maricopa Dental Center Location: Maricopa, AZ (21300 N John Wayne Pkwy, Suite #128) Schedule: Monday – Thursday (Balanced daytime hours - No Fridays, Weekends, or Late Nights! ) Compensation: $20.00 – $23.00 / hour (DOE) + Monthly Team Performance Bonus Potential Employment Type: Full-Time, Hourly Benefits: Comprehensive Corporate Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401k) About Maricopa Dental Center At Maricopa Dental Center, we are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate, and relationship-driven care to the fast-growing Maricopa community. Boasting a 4.9-star rating across 450+ patient reviews, our modern office delivers comprehensive family, preventive, cosmetic, restorative, emergency, and implant dentistry alongside clear aligner therapy (Invisalign). Located conveniently off N John Wayne Parkway, we pride ourselves on fostering a positive, supportive work culture where clinical excellence, state-of-the-art technology, and staff appreciation go hand-in-hand. We work together in a synchronized collaborative flow to ensure both an exceptional patient experience and a fun, rewarding environment for our team! We are seeking a reliable, high-energy, and patient-focused Dental Assistant (DA) to join our clinical team! The Role: What You'll Do As a Dental Assistant at Maricopa Dental Center, you are the heartbeat of our back-office operations. Working directly alongside our doctors and clinical team, you will prepare treatment rooms, assist across a wide variety of clinical procedures, capture crisp digital radiographics, and ensure our patients feel comfortable and cared for throughout their visit. Key Responsibilities: Chairside Assisting: Provide seamless 4-handed chairside assisting during general, restorative, cosmetic, and surgical dental procedures. Digital Imaging & Diagnostics: Take high-quality digital X-rays, intraoral photos, and assist with clinical charting. Patient Care & Comfort: Welcome patients, review health histories, explain treatment steps, and maintain an empathetic chairside manner to put patients at ease. Operatory Management: Prepare, breakdown, sanitize, and restock treatment operatories efficiently between patient appointments. Instrument Sterilization & Safety: Manage instrument processing, maintain sterilization equipment, and strictly adhere to OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control protocols. Team Collaboration: Partner closely with doctors, hygienists, and front-office administrative staff to ensure smooth daily schedule density and timely appointment flow. What We Are Looking For Certifications (Required): Active Arizona Dental Radiologic Proficiency / X-Ray Certification (REQUIRED). Experience: Prior chairside Dental Assisting experience in a multi-provider or fast-paced practice setup preferred (Open to strong entry-level DAs with great drive!). Technical Acuity: Familiarity with digital radiography, dental software, and standard chairside setups. Team Player: High emotional intelligence, positive energy, strong reliability, and a commitment to delivering 5-star patient experiences. Why You'll Love It Here Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a predictable 4-day work week (Monday–Thursday) with every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday off! Competitive Earning Potential: $20.00 – $23.00/hr base rate plus access to monthly team performance bonuses. Top-Rated Practice Culture: Join an established, highly respected local team with a stellar community reputation. Full Corporate Backing: Access to full health, dental, vision, paid time off (PTO), 401(k), and career growth opportunities within our regional dental network. Ready to build your dental career with Maricopa Dental Center? Apply today with your updated resume to take the next step in your dental assisting career!