What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bilingual Dental Assistant position at Simply Kids Dental?
Simply Kids Dental is a Colorado Springs pediatric practice built on one idea: every child should leave feeling braver than when they walked in. We're looking for an experienced Dental Assistant who's great chairside and even better with a nervous five-year-old.
You already know your way around an operatory: setting up, charting, taking X-rays, and staying a step ahead of the doctor. We'll teach you the kid part: tell-show-do, distraction tricks, and celebrating the first-timer who finally climbs into the chair. You'll work alongside an award-winning team that likes working together and has the laughs to prove it.
The quick facts
$21–$25/hour, depending on experience
Monday–Thursday. Fridays and weekends are yours.
Paid time off and dental benefits
Required: 1 years of dental assisting experience
Pediatric experience is a plus but not required. We'll train you.
Compensation:
$21 - $25 hourly
Responsibilities:
- Get the patient area ready for any examinations or procedures by preparing equipment like x-ray machines, anesthetics, and impression materials and sanitizing and laying out dental instruments
- Record each patients treatment information during their visit and ensure dental records have the most current information
- Tell patients what oral hygiene steps they need to take in order to prevent infection after dental procedures
- Work with dentists and dental hygienists during examinations and procedures by assisting with dental instruments and assure the patients’ mouths are comfortable, dry, and accessible to the dentist
- Provide patients with oral hygiene advice to make sure they maintain pristine dental care a healthy smile
What You'll Do
- Greet our little patients (and their grown-ups) with warmth and make them feel safe from the second they sit in the chair
- Assist chairside during exams, cleanings, fillings, and other pediatric procedures, anticipating needs and keeping things moving smoothly
- Use "tell-show-do" and other kid-friendly techniques to explain treatment in a way that's fun, not scary
- Take digital X-rays and intraoral photos
- Set up and break down operatories, sterilize instruments, and follow all infection-control protocols
- Keep accurate patient records and chart notes
- Manage inventory and help keep our supplies stocked and ready
- Coach parents on brushing, diet, and home care so those healthy habits stick
- Pitch in wherever the team needs you; we all wear a few hats around here
Qualifications:
- Have the ability to give patients exceptional care and service
- Able to perform basic computer and data entry tasks
- Exemplary interpersonal, communication, and multitasking skills
- Associate’s degree from an accredited dental assistance program required
What We're Looking For
- 1–2 years of chairside dental assisting experience (pediatric experience is a big plus, but we're happy to help you grow into it)
- A genuine love for working with children and families
- Patience, energy, and a good sense of humor
- Reliability, a team-first attitude, and great communication. Willing and able to show up on time and ready to work when scheduled.
- Comfort with digital charting and dental software (EagleSoft is a bonus)
About Company
Join Colorado Springs’ Most Trusted Pediatric Dental Team!
At Simply Kids Dental, we believe every child deserves a positive, confidence-building dental experience. Our award-winning team, named The Gazette’s Best Workplaces of 2024 and Best Dental Office for Kids, Best of the Springs 2026, is growing!
Why You’ll Love It Here
Earn competitive pay.
Take advantage of paid time off, holidays, and a workplace that values balance and fun.
Be part of a mission-driven, supportive team that’s passionate about helping kids smile and grow with confidence.
Enjoy a supportive culture where collaboration and teamwork are the priority.
Salary : $21 - $25