Surgical Dental Assistant

Job overview

The Surgical Dental Assistant role is onsite across the practice’s Cottonwood and Sedona, AZ locations; compensation is not specified, though the posting describes it as competitive and based on experience. Northern Arizona Periodontics is a specialty periodontal practice focused on patient care and a collaborative clinical environment. The assistant supports periodontal and implant procedures while helping maintain patient comfort, accurate documentation, sterilization, room readiness, and efficient clinic flow. The role also includes patient education and participation in onboarding, training, and workflow development.

What you'll do

• Assist providers during evaluations and periodontal and implant procedures
• prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and surgical materials
• follow sterilization and infection-control protocols
• maintain clinical documentation
• support patient education and post-operative communication
• enter treatment plans and instructions
• help manage schedule flow, room turnover, and clinic organization.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

surgical dental assistant

dental assisting

periodontics

implant procedures

patient care

sterilization

clinical documentation

cottonwood az

sedona az

northern arizona periodontics

training and development

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k) matching, employee discounts, health insurance, paid time off, and training and development.

Why this role

Dental assisting experience is strongly preferred but not required; Arizona X-ray and CPR certifications may be obtained within three months.

About the employer

Northern Arizona Periodontics is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists). Sector: 62.