Dental Assistant

Johnson Family Dental; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health Savings Account

Telemedicine

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee discounts

401k plan

Job summary

Smile Brands is seeking an EDDA professional to work closely with the dentist in Thornton, CO. The role includes four-handed chairside assistance, radiographs, and prep of rooms and materials for a variety of procedures.

Requirements include CPR/BLS and a preference for an EDDA license or 10+ years of experience without it. Schedule is Monday through Friday with occasional Saturdays; compensation is $22–$30 per hour. Benefits, PTO, and 401k are offered. Apply at [e-mail].

Qualifications

• CPR or BLS certification required or preferred.
• EDDA license preferred or must have 10 years exp without it.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during restorative, prosthodontic, endodontic, and other procedures.
• Provide four-handed chairside assistance and anticipate dentist needs.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials.
• Take and process dental radiographs, including FMX.
• Prepare and maintain instruments and materials used during procedures.
• Maintain accurate clinical charting and patient histories.
• Provide post-operative and oral hygiene instructions to patients.
• Follow OSHA, HIPAA, infection-control, and safety procedures.

Education

CPR/BLS

EDDA license (preferred) or 10 years exp

Job description

Overview

\"You belong here with us at Bright Now! Dental\"

We're looking for a EDDA professional who will work closely with our Dentist.

Our commitment is in everything we do.

Smile Brands is strongly rooted in encouraging and empowering people to branch out beyond their comfort zones.

We believe in individual journeys of personal and professional discovery in an environment where people feel safe, supported, welcomed and seen.

Schedule (days/hours)

Monday-Friday, 1 Saturday a Month (must have exp-5+yrs and no need for EDDA cert if they have 10 yrs exp)

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during restorative, prosthodontic, endodontic, oral surgery, and other dental procedures.
• Provide four-handed chairside assistance and anticipate the dentist’s needs during treatment.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, materials, and equipment before and after procedures.
• Take and process dental radiographs, including FMX and other required diagnostic images.
• Take dental impressions and assist with study models.
• Assist with composite and multi-surface restorations, crown and bridge procedures, dentures, root canals, extractions, and other restorative procedures.
• Place and remove rubber dams, matrices, and other dental isolation materials as permitted.
• Assist with temporary restorations and temporary crowns or bridges as permitted under applicable Colorado regulations and office protocols.
• Remove excess cement from restorations and appliances as directed.
• Perform coronal polishing and apply sealants when appropriately trained and authorized.
• Assist with denture procedures, including impressions, adjustments, and related laboratory procedures.
• Prepare and maintain instruments and materials used during dental procedures.
• Maintain accurate clinical charting and treatment documentation.
• Obtain and record patient medical and dental histories and vital signs as needed.
• Provide patients with appropriate post-operative and oral hygiene instructions as directed by the dentist.
• Monitor and maintain patient comfort and safety throughout treatment.
• Follow all OSHA, HIPAA, infection-control, sterilization, and safety procedures.
• Properly sterilize and disinfect instruments and treatment areas.
• Dispose of sharps and clinical waste safely and according to established protocols.
• Maintain clean, organized, and fully stocked operatories.
• Monitor dental supplies and communicate inventory needs to the appropriate team member.
• Assist with maintaining efficient patient flow and keeping the schedule on track.
• Provide professional, compassionate, and courteous patient care.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information and comply with HIPAA requirements.
• Work collaboratively with dentists, hygienists, front-office staff, and other members of the dental team.
• Perform additional clinical and office duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Must have certs to be hired:

• CPR or BLS
• EDDA license preferred or must have 10 years exp without it

Compensation

$22-30/hr

About Us

• Benefits are determined by employment status/hours worked and include paid time off ("PTO"), health, dental, vision, health savings account, telemedicine, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability insurance, employee discount programs, pet insurance, and a 401k plan.

Smile Brands supports over 650 affiliated dental practices across 28 states all focused on a single mission of delivering Smiles For Everyone!® Smiles for patients, providers, employees, and community partners. Everyone. Our growing portfolio of affiliated dental brands and practice models range from large regional brands to uniquely branded local practices. This role is associated with the affiliated dental office listed at the top of the job posting on our career site.

Smile Brands Inc. and all Affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), protected hair style and texture (The CROWN Act), genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. If you would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].