Dental Assistant

At Fairbanks Family Dental Care, we believe great dental assistants are built through attitude, teamwork, work ethic, and growth — not just experience.

We are looking for a dependable, positive, growth-minded Dental Assistant who wants to be part of a collaborative, fast-paced, high-performing team that genuinely supports each other.

No dental experience? That’s okay. We are willing to train the right person.

What matters most to us is finding someone who:

• enjoys helping people
• communicates well
• works hard
• stays positive under pressure
• wants to grow professionally
• takes pride in being reliable and accountable

This is not just a “sterilization and suction” role. Our assistants perform advanced dental procedures daily and are a critical part of the patient experience and the overall success of the practice.

Why Our Team Is Different

We the highest-rated dental office in Fairbanks and have built a culture centered around:

• Teamwork
• Growth
• Accountability
• Compassion
• Connection
• Fun & Food

Our assistants work closely with doctors, hygienists, and front office team members every day in a collaborative group-practice environment.

We believe in:

• Entrusting our team to perform procedures and do as much as your certifications allow in patient care
• Cross-training and learning new skills
• Open communication and problem-solving
• Supporting each other during busy days
• Helping team members grow into leadership roles
• Creating a drama-free, respectful workplace

What You’ll Do

• Assist doctors chairside during dental procedures
• Help patients feel comfortable, educated, and cared for
• Coronal Polishing (free course instruction available if needed)
• Prepare and disinfect treatment rooms
• Sterilize instruments and maintain equipment
• Take dental radiographs (training available if needed)
• Help maintain smooth schedule flow throughout the day
• Track and organize supplies and inventory
• Communicate clearly with teammates to support patient care
• Participate positively in team meetings and ongoing training

What We’re Looking For

Ideal qualities:

• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Coachable and willing to learn from mistakes
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Fast learner who can adapt quickly
• Professional and emotionally mature
• Team-oriented and dependable
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment
• Compassionate and patient-focused

Experience:

• Dental assisting experience preferred but not required
• Radiology experience preferred
• Customer service, hospitality, childcare, medical, military, or fast-paced team experience is highly valued

Schedule

• Four 9–10 hour shifts with a paid 30 minute lunch break
• Monday–Thursday only

Benefits

• $19–30/hour Depending on Experience
• 401(k) + matching
• Paid time off
• Health Insurance
• Health and Childcare FSA
• Monthly Profit Sharing
• Employee & family discount
• Professional development assistance

Who Thrives Here

This role is ideal for someone who:

• Wants long-term growth and stability
• Enjoys being busy and productive
• Likes working closely with a team
• Wants to continuously improve
• Takes pride in helping people feel comfortable and cared for

If that sounds like you, we’d love to meet you.

Please send:

• Your resume
• Three references
• A short note about why you’d be a great fit for this team and your favorite outdoor activity

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Profit sharing
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person