Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Dental Assistant to join our team. As a Dental Assistant, you will provide support to the dental team and ensure excellent patient care. Your responsibilities will include assisting with dental procedures, taking X-rays, maintaining patient records, and providing exceptional customer service.

Duties:

- Assist the dentist during dental procedures, ensuring the comfort and safety of patients

- Prepare treatment rooms for procedures by sterilizing instruments and setting up equipment

- Take and develop dental X-rays as directed by the dentist

- Provide chairside assistance during dental procedures, passing instruments and materials to the dentist

- Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and post-operative care instructions

- Perform dental receptionist duties such as scheduling appointments, managing patient records

- Maintain inventory of dental supplies and order new supplies as needed

- Ensure compliance with infection control protocols and maintain a clean and organized work environment

Qualifications:

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

- X-Ray certification required

- Proficiency in dental software systems Curve Dental Prefered

- Knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, and medical coding principles

- Strong communication skills with the ability to provide exceptional customer service to patients

- Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills

We offer competitive pay based on experience and qualifications. This is a part time position with opportunities for career growth within our practice. If you are a dedicated Dental Assistant looking to join a dynamic team, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $21.00 - $24.05 per hour

Expected hours: 16 – 32 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• No nights
• No weekends

Experience:

• Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• X-Ray Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Denver, CO 80231 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Denver, CO 80231: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person