Dental Assistant — Compassionate Care in Cheyenne Clinic

WYOMING COSMETIC AND FAMILY DENTAL; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

WYOMING COSMETIC AND FAMILY DENTAL in Cheyenne, WY is seeking a compassionate Dental Assistant. You will support dentists during procedures, prepare rooms, take X-rays, manage patient records, and assist with front desk tasks.

Ideal candidates hold Wyoming Radiology Certification, CPR, OSHA, and HIPAA certifications, and have strong communication skills. Prior dental office experience is a plus, but not required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Wyoming Radiology Certification is required or in process.
• Current CPR, OSHA, and HIPAA certifications are required.
• Completion of an accredited dental assisting program is preferred.
• Certification as a Dental Assistant (CDA) is a plus.
• Previous dental office experience is preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with dental instruments, procedures and terminology.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments for procedures.
• Assist the dentist during procedures and hand instruments as needed.
• Take and develop dental x-rays as directed.
• Provide patients with post-treatment oral-care instructions.
• Maintain accurate patient records and update charts.
• Schedule patient appointments and support front desk tasks.
• Ensure infection control and safety protocols are followed.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and preventive care.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work in a fast-paced env

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Wyoming Radiology Certification

CPR (CRP)

OSHA and HIPAA certifications

Accredited dental assisting program

CDA certification (a plus)

Tools

Dentrix

Microsoft

Google Workspace

Dexis

Job description

WYOMING COSMETIC AND FAMILY DENTAL in Cheyenne, WY is seeking a compassionate Dental Assistant. You will support dentists during procedures, prepare rooms, take X-rays, manage patient records, and assist with front desk tasks.

Ideal candidates hold Wyoming Radiology Certification, CPR, OSHA, and HIPAA certifications, and have strong communication skills. Prior dental office experience is a plus, but not required.