Dental assistant is needed for an established East Denver neighborhood dental office (near Monoco Blvd and Colfax). Individual dentist with over 35-years experience providing comprehensive family dentistry in the community looking for a quality orientated professional. Multi-generational office providing bilingual services to a diverse patient base. We offer competitive salary, health insurance, holiday pay, and vacation days for the right candidate. Job duties include interacting with our wonderful patients, assisting the dentist and hygienist, instrument and supply management, and assisting the front desk staff. Candidate must be professional and eager to learn. If you are friendly, responsible, dependable and a team builder, please contact us for a personal interview.
Description
Full time position (36-40 hours/week)
Monday – Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Responsibilities
Provide patients with a warm and stress free experience.
Establish good rapport with people to help them feel comfortable and build trust
Work as a team player and be willing to help others
Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry (fillings, root canals, prosthetics, implants, extractions and child cleanings)
Set up operatories with instruments, equipment, and materials for each procedure
Take radiographs with Dexis imaging, scanning with Trios 5 scanner, impressions and models, fabricating temporary crowns, and bleaching trays
Educate the patient on procedures and post-operative care instructions
Sterilization of the rooms and instruments according to regulations
Assist in entering treatment plans and maintaining accurate patient records in the computer chart
Requirements
Dentrix experience is helpful but not required
Spanish speaking is extremely helpful
Radiographic experience
CPR certified
Skills
Experience as dental assistant
Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
Understanding of health & safety regulations
Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus
Good computer skills
Excellent communication and people skills
Attention to detail
Well-organized and reliable
High school diploma; graduating from dental assistant school is preferred
Intra-oral scanning is preferred but not required
Benefits
Up to 3 weeks of PTO (Vacation, Sick, Personal Leave)
6 Paid Holidays
Medical
Dental
Continuing Education
Competitive Salary commensurate with experience. Excellent benefit package. Please email your confidential COVER LETTER and RESUME to [email protected] . We look forward to meeting you!