Dental Assistant II - CHS (Prescott Valley) - Yavapai County - Peoria, AZ

Role

Yavapai County Community Health Services is seeking a Dental Assistant II to join our team at the Prescott Valley location.

Are you a skilled and compassionate dental professional looking to make a meaningful impact in patient care? As a Dental Assistant II, you will play a vital role in supporting dental procedures, educating patients about oral health, and ensuring a smooth and efficient clinic experience. The ideal candidate will demonstrate technical proficiency, possess strong organizational skills, and exhibit a commitment to providing high-quality care in a fast-paced environment. Bilingual in English/Spanish is preferred. If you are passionate about community heath, we’d love to hear from you. Apply Today! Review class specification for Dental Assistant II here.

Major Duties, Responsibilities

Prepares materials and tray set up to assist dentist during dental procedures. Sterilizes and disinfects instruments. Prepares and cleans operatory.
Records and reviews patients' medical and dental histories. Monitors patients during dental procedures. Provides postoperative instructions prescribed by dentist.
Performs clerical duties that include answering telephones, scheduling appointments, and processing messages and filing documents into the electronic dental record.
Maintains the stock of supplies and materials.
Processes diagnostic x rays.
Takes preliminary alginate impressions for study models. Pours and trims study models.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience: A minimum of two (2) years of experience as a dental assistant.
Additional Requirements: Must possess Dental X-Ray License. Must possess Basic Life Support for the Health Care Professional. Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license. Must possess a current fingerprint clearance card Issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS Yavapai County Government offers a comprehensive employee benefits package to Full-Time employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes but is not limited to:

10 Paid Holidays Per Year
Annual Leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Health Care Insurance – Medical, Dental, Vision
Life Insurance
Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
Retirement Plans
Sick Leave
Tuition Reimbursement Program
ELECTIVE COVERAGE

457 Deferred Compensation Program
Dependent Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Short-Term Disability
Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)
PLEASE NOTE

Part-Time, Temporary and Seasonal employees accrue Sick Leave based on hours worked.
Part-Time employees have limited benefits available.
Temporary and Seasonal employees are not eligible to accrue Annual Leave.

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