Lab Assistant - Dental Assisting Program

Arizona College if currently seeking a Lab Assistant for our Dental Assisting Program here at our Glendale, AZ Campus!

Exciting Part Time opportunity - Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:00-11:05pm!

Arizona College is currently seeking a Lab Assistant for our Dental Arizona College is a rapidly growing institution dedicated to transforming people’s lives through education. Offering both nursing and allied health programs, Arizona College prepares students for in-demand careers in healthcare and significantly improves its community through the care its graduates provide. 

Putting students first, we are dedicated to providing students with an exceptional education in growing healthcare fields; teaching them relevant, required skills for today and the future. Our culture is positive, supportive, and collaborative. As a team, we continually embrace our core values: 

Passion: We love helping others succeed.
Excellence: We strive to be the best.
Adaptability: We learn, in part by trying new ideas.
Accountability: We own our results.
Integrity: We do the right thing. 

The Dental Lab Assistant supports student academic success by preparing, assisting, and resetting lab sessions under the supervision of the Program Director for Dental Assisting.

• Prepare and organize lab materials, instruments, and supplies for student labs and practical sessions.
• Set up, clean, and disinfect dental simulation units and equipment to ensure a safe and effective learning environment.
• Assist instructors during lab classes by demonstrating procedures and offering guidance to students.
• Support students in developing foundational clinical and lab skills, including impression-taking and tray setups.
• Sterilize instruments and enforce proper infection control protocols.
• Monitor inventory levels and manage dental supplies and lab materials.
• Ensure lab safety and compliance with OSHA standards and institutional regulations.

At Arizona College, we believe in a collaborative approach where all colleagues work together towards our shared goals. It's important to note that this list doesn't cover everything you'll be asked to do or need to do. We value adaptability and flexibility as we grow and evolve as an organization.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Must have:

• Certificate or Diploma in Dental Assisting.
• Working knowledge of dental materials, equipment and infection control protocols.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to support students in an encouraging and supportive manner.

Nice to have:

• Prior experience in a dental office or clinical setting.
• Teaching experience in secondary education.
• CPR certification.