Dental Assistant

GJ Dental Partners, Prof. LLP; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Comfort Dental Grand Junction is seeking a reliable Dental Assistant to join our team. You will support dentists in delivering high-quality oral care, ensure patient comfort, and help maintain clinic efficiency in both clinical and administrative tasks.

Responsibilities include assisting during procedures, preparing rooms, managing records, sterilizing instruments, taking radiographs, and supporting front desk as needed.

Qualifications

• Dental assistant experience is preferred.
• Understanding of general dental hygiene procedures.
• Knowledge of dental terminology, instruments and equipment.
• Clear, professional communication with patients and staff.
• Friendly and dependable team member.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during procedures by handing instruments and performing suctioning.
• Prepare treatment rooms for examinations and keep them organized.
• Manage patient records and assist with charting.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain operatory cleanliness.
• Take and develop dental radiographs.
• Support front desk operations as needed.

Skills

Dental experience

Communication

Patient care

Teamwork

Job description

Dental Assistant at Comfort Dental

Location:Grand Junction, CO

Job Type:Part-Time (20 hours per week)

Salary:$18-22 per hour

Overview:

We are seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Dental Assistant to join our dental team. The ideal candidate will support our dental professionals in delivering high-quality oral care and ensure patient comfort and clinic efficiency. You’ll play a key role in clinical and administrative tasks, maintaining a clean and organized workspace, and creating a positive patient experience.

Description:

This position is responsible for assisting the dentist in the clinical treatment of patients. The Dental Assistant performs a variety of patient care, office, and laboratory duties. Assistants hand instruments and materials to dentists and keep patients' mouths dry and clear by using suction or other devices.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the dentist during procedures by handing instruments and materials, performing suctioning, and other tasks as needed.
• Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping them neat and organized.
• Manage patient records and assist with charting
• Sterilize instruments and ensure operatory cleanliness
• Take and develop dental radiographs (X-rays)
• Support the front desk as needed

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Dental Experience is preferred
• Understanding of general dental hygiene procedures
• Knowledge of dental terminology, instruments, technical skills and equipment is preferred
• Complies with all regulations, protocols, and procedures
• Communicate clearly and professionally with the dentist, patients, and other team members
• Friendly, professional, and dependable with great interpersonal skills

Equal Employer Opportunity Statement

Comfort Dental Grand Junction prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. All job requirements in the job description provided indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities deemed necessary to perform the job competently. Job descriptions are an overview of the duties, responsibilities, and requirements of the position. Employees may be required to perform other job-related assignments as requested.