Dental Assistant*

JMA Human Resource Management; Colorado; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A dental practice in Colorado is seeking a Dental Assistant to help deliver primary patient care and support dental procedures. Responsibilities include assisting the dentist, reassuring patients, scheduling appointments, and performing administrative tasks. Ideal candidates will have strong interpersonal and communication skills, with at least one year of experience in a dental office and a California Registered Dental Assistant license preferred. This position offers a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• One year experience in a dental office preferred.
• California licensed Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the dentist during examination and treatment.
• Reassuring and comforting patients, especially children.
• Counseling patients and parents on proper oral hygiene.
• Answering phones and scheduling appointments.
• Performing insurance verifications and other administrative tasks.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Multi-tasking

Detail-oriented

Job description

Dental Assistants help doctors deliver primary health care and patient care management. They must be able to prioritize and adapt to changing situations in a calm and professional manner. Applicants should have strong interpersonal skills and excellent written and verbal communication skills. They should also be able to multi-task, while being detail‑oriented at the same time. We want you if you have a positive, upbeat attitude and can work well with others. This is a great opportunity to meet and work with people in a healthy stress‑free environment.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the dentist during examination and treatment
• Reassuring and comforting patients, especially children
• Counseling patients and parents on proper oral hygiene and plaque control
• Answering phones, scheduling appointments, performing insurance verifications
• Other front office/administrative tasks as needed

Experience

One year experience in a dental office preferred

License/Certification

California licensed Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) preferred