Dental Assistant

Elevate Dental Partners, LLC; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Golden Peak Dental in Lakewood, Colorado is seeking a part-time Dental Assistant to join our friendly clinical team. This role offers a consistent two-day schedule, competitive hourly pay, and an opportunity to support the doctor and staff during patient care.

You’ll prepare operatory rooms, sterilize instruments, take x-rays, assist chairside, and help with patient comfort and education. This is ideal for someone dependable, organized, and enthusiastic about providing excellent dental care.

Qualifications

• Strong chairside assisting skills.
• Friendly, professional communication.
• Reliable, organized and detail-oriented.
• Team-first attitude and dependable when busy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms for patient care.
• Sterilize instruments and follow infection control standards.
• Assist the doctor during dental procedures.
• Take x-rays and intraoral photos as needed.
• Support patient comfort before, during, and after treatment.
• Provide patient education and post-operative instructions.
• Complete dental charting and clinical documentation accurately.
• Help maintain clean, stocked operatories.
• Support lab tasks as needed (impressions, models, temp crowns).
• Communicate clearly with doctor, team, and patients.

Skills

Chairside assisting

Communication

Organization

Reliability

Job description

Dental Assistant

Golden Peak Dental
Lakewood, CO
Part-Time | Monday and Tuesday
$25–$28 per hour

Golden Peak Dental is looking for a part-time Dental Assistant to join our team in Lakewood, Colorado.

This is a great role for a Dental Assistant who wants a consistent two-day schedule, competitive pay, and the chance to be part of a friendly, patient-focused dental practice. We are looking for someone who is dependable, organized, comfortable chairside, and ready to help patients feel cared for from the moment they sit down.

Pay and Schedule

• $25–$28 per hour, based on experience

• Part-time position

• Monday and Tuesday; 7:45am to 5:00pm

Golden Peak Dental is a full-service dental practice that provides general, family, cosmetic, restorative, and urgent dental care. Our team believes great dentistry starts with genuine care, clear communication, and a comfortable patient experience.

This role is a strong fit for someone who enjoys staying busy, supporting the doctor and clinical team, and helping the day run smoothly.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare treatment rooms for patient care

• Sterilize instruments and follow infection control standards

• Assist the doctor during dental procedures

• Take x-rays and intraoral photos as needed

• Support patient comfort before, during, and after treatment

• Provide patient education and post-operative instructions

• Complete dental charting and clinical documentation accurately

• Help maintain clean, stocked, and organized operatories

• Support lab tasks as needed, such as impressions, models, or temporary crowns

• Communicate clearly with the doctor, team members, and patients

• Pitch in where needed to support a smooth patient experience

What We’re Looking For

• Dental Assistant experience preferred

• Strong chairside assisting skills

• Knowledge of dental terminology, procedures, and instruments

• Comfortable working in a busy dental practice

• Friendly, professional communication

• Reliable, organized, and detail-oriented

• Team-first attitude

• Commitment to patient comfort and quality care

• X-ray certification or training preferred

• CPR/BLS certification preferred

About Golden Peak Dental

Golden Peak Dental is a full-service dental practice in Lakewood, CO. The practice provides comprehensive care, including routine cleanings, fillings, crowns, veneers, cosmetic dentistry, family dentistry, and urgent dental care.

Our team is focused on making patients feel comfortable, respected, and confident in their care.