Dental Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

A Day in the Life of a Dental Assistant at Acacia Dental

At Acacia Dental in Tempe, AZ, we believe in more than just fixing teeth we believe in changing lives through compassionate, patient centered care. As a Dental Assistant on our team, you’ll play a vital role in delivering clinical excellence and creating a warm, welcoming experience for every patient.

Each day, you’ll :

Use all equipment with care, responsibility, and pride of ownership

Continuously improve on essential tasks such as taking high-quality digital X-rays, suctioning, and patient comfort

Support our hygienists with preventive and periodontal procedures as needed

Participate in opening and closing responsibilities as a team to keep our space running smoothly

You’ll also :

Assist the dentist chairside during a variety of dental procedures including exams, fillings, extractions, and root canals

Prepare and maintain dental instruments, equipment, and treatment rooms

Ensure instruments are properly sterilized and disinfected according to infection control protocols

Greet and prepare patients for treatment, taking their medical histories and making them feel at ease

Educate patients on oral hygiene, post-op care, and preventative best practices

Maintain accurate, up to date patient records, including treatment notes and consent forms

Help manage the front office when needed, including scheduling, calls, and payment processing

Stay current on best practices, safety procedures, and regulatory guidelines

This Role Is for You If…

You love working in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment

You thrive when collaborating closely with others to solve problems

You enjoy clear, respectful, and empathetic communication

You love working with diverse patients who value excellent care

You can’t live without consistency, accountability, and integrity

You absolutely love being part of a team that truly cares for each other

You want to learn and train to improve your assisting skills on a daily basis

You understand the importance of treating others the way you want to be treated

Your attention to detail is exceptional and you prefer order and organization

You are a self-starter and take initiative every day

You are driven by results, solutions, and making a positive impact

This Role Is Not for You If…

You prefer working solo and dislike team environments

You’re uncomfortable working closely with a wide variety of people every day

You resist change and feel overwhelmed by new systems or ideas

You treat this position as “just a job” and not a step toward a fulfilling career

You avoid accountability and prefer others to take the lead

You are indifferent to patient experience or quality of care

You’re not open to feedback, growth, or new challenges

What You’ll Bring to the Team

Qualifications :

High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of a dental assistant program preferred

Previous experience as a dental assistant strongly preferred

Proficiency in taking and processing digital dental X-rays

Familiarity with dental procedures, instruments, and terminology

Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Knowledge of dental software and appointment scheduling systems (a plus)

Understanding of infection control and safety protocols

CPR certification preferred

If you're looking for a practice that values its people as much as its patients, where your work matters and your growth is supported every day, Acacia Dental is the place for you. Apply today we can't wait to meet you!