Dental Assistant

Elevate Dental Partners; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Christiansen Dental in Centennial, CO is seeking a Dental Assistant to join our established practice. This full-time role offers $21–$25 per hour, based on experience, with a Monday–Friday schedule. You will assist doctors, prep operatories, take x-rays and intraoral photos, sterilize instruments, and maintain infection-control standards.

Our team emphasizes patient care, reliability, and teamwork. We provide medical and dental insurance, life and disability coverage, a 401(k) with company

Qualifications

• CPR/BLS certification required.
• Dental assisting experience preferred.
• Strong chairside assisting skills.
• Comfortable taking dental x-rays.
• Knowledge of dental terminology and instruments.
• Experience with dental software is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Assist the doctors during dental procedures.
• Prepare and break down operatories.
• Take dental x-rays and intraoral photos.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain infection-control standards.
• Complete dental charting and clinical documentation.
• Provide patient education and post-operative instructions.
• Take impressions and fabricate temporary crowns as needed.
• Keep treatment rooms stocked and organized.
• Help the clinical team stay on schedule.

Skills

Chairside assisting

X-ray competency

Open Dental experience

Education

CPR/BLS certification

Tools

Open Dental

Dentrix

Job description

Full-Time | $21–$25 per hour

Christiansen Dental is looking for a Dental Assistant to join our established Centennial practice.

Christiansen Dental – Centennial, CO – Full-Time | $21–$25 per hour

Pay, Schedule & Benefits

• $21–$25 per hour, based on experience
• Full-time position
• 4.5 days per week; Monday to Friday
• Medical insurance with company-paid contribution
• Dental and vision insurance
• Company-paid basic life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match
• Competitive PTO
• Paid holidays

Why Christiansen Dental?

Christiansen Dental has cared for patients in Centennial for decades. Dr. Bart Christiansen and Dr. James Christiansen lead an experienced team focused on modern dentistry, strong patient relationships, and a comfortable office environment.

We're looking for someone who works hard, communicates well, and enjoys being part of a team that helps each other.

What You'll Do

• Assist the doctors during dental procedures
• Prepare and break down operatories
• Take dental x-rays and intraoral photos
• Sterilize instruments and maintain infection-control standards
• Complete dental charting and clinical documentation
• Provide patient education and post-operative instructions
• Take impressions and fabricate temporary crowns as needed
• Keep treatment rooms stocked and organized
• Help the clinical team stay on schedule

What We're Looking For

• Dental assisting experience preferred
• CPR/BLS certification required
• Strong chairside assisting skills
• Comfortable taking dental x-rays
• Knowledge of dental terminology, procedures, and instruments
• Experience with Open Dental, Dentrix, or similar software is helpful
• Reliable, organized, and confident with patients
• Team-first attitude

Strong clinical skills matter, but so do reliability, communication, and the ability to work well with the people around you.

About Christiansen Dental

Christiansen Dental is a long-established family dental practice in Centennial, Colorado. Our doctors provide comprehensive care in a modern, friendly environment where patients feel comfortable and cared for.

Let’s Talk

If you’re a Dental Assistant looking for $21–$25 per hour, excellent benefits, experienced doctors, and a strong team, we’d love to meet you.