What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bilingual Dental Assistant Trainee | Thornton position at CFHW?
“It is inspiring to be part of the Dental Assisting Trainee program. I’ve learned so much about dental assisting in a short period of time. My mentors have given me the patience and tools to fully understand the purpose of all that we do. I’m grateful for my teacher who has been so supportive and helpful to me throughout my journey.” Priscilla, Dental Assistant Trainee
“I’ve always had an interest in becoming a Dental Assistant but never had enough funds to do so. So far, we are in the middle of the program and even though it’s fast-paced, I feel like I’ve learned so many new things. The greatest thing to come out of this program is all the help I have received and new friends. Everybody is always so kind and lends a helping hand when I need it.” Cristina, Dental Assistant Trainee
Learn to become a Dental Assistant while you’re being paid during a 12-week training period!
CFHW offers a paid, 12-week Dental Assistant Training Program designed to help you build real skills, gain certification, and launch into a healthcare career. While this program does not lead to employment with CFHW, graduates leave job-ready with the skills, certification, and support needed to secure a Dental Assistant role in the community.
What You’ll Learn:
- Understand tooth anatomy, tooth numbers, procedures, and dental terminology.
- You will learn how to build a relationship with the dentist to anticipate their needs and save time.
- You will work with a team of 2-3 other assistants to help each other with tasks that keep on schedule, such as help clean the rooms, sterilize instruments, load the x-ray, do notes, and set up for the next patient.
- How to educate patients on oral health and post-op care.
- Work as part of a fast-paced, team-based care environment.
Compensation: Approximately $21.00 per hour during the 12-week training period. All individual pay rates are calculated based on the candidate's experience and internal equity.
What We Need for this Job:
- Bilingual in English & Spanish
- Passion for the dental fields.
- Desire to master your skills and continue to grow.
- Commitment to invest your time to learn all things Dental Assisting.
- Go getter who will take advantage of our resources and be responsible for your learning.
- Predict needs by being observant and can jump into action.
- Skillful with organizing and prioritizing your work.
What You Get at the End of Training:
- Letter of program completion
- Radiology certification.
- Real-world clinical experience
- Proactive career placement assistance to help you secure a Dental Assistant role.
Application Deadline: May 5, 2026
Start Date: June 1, 2026
We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
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