Dental Assistant - EDDA

Sunrise Community Health; Loveland (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate and dedicated team at a forward-thinking community health center as a Dental Assistant - EDDA. This role offers the opportunity to assist dentists in providing high-quality care, including preparing patients, managing dental equipment, and educating patients on oral hygiene. With a commitment to professional growth and a supportive work environment, you will enjoy generous paid time off, health benefits, and opportunities for training and development. Be a part of a mission-driven organization that values diversity and inclusivity while making a positive impact on the health of the community.

Benefits

Generous PTO and Leave Times

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Tuition and Training Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Competitive 401K Plan

Referral Bonus

Employee Recognition Programs

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED and graduate from a dental assistant program.
• 1-2 years of related experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during procedures and prepare patients for treatment.
• Record medical histories and vital signs of patients.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Patient Care

Dental Procedures Assistance

Medical History Recording

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Dental Assistant Program or A.A. Degree

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Dental X-ray Equipment

Job description

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Dental Assistant - EDDA

Regular Full Time Loveland Community Health Center-Dental, Loveland, CO, US

7 days ago Requisition ID: 1594

Salary Range: $20.49 To $26.58 Hourly

Application Deadline: Accepted on an ongoing basis.

Sunrise Community Health Summary

Founded in 1973, Sunrise Community Health is dedicated to delivering high quality, affordable healthcare to Weld, Larimer, and surrounding counties in northern Colorado. With exceptional providers and convenient locations, we support each patient’s journey to wellness and are committed to our community’s health and well-being.

Dental Assistant - EDDA:

The Dental Assistant - EDDA assists the Dentist during examination and treatment of patients and is responsible for preparing patients for procedures, recording medical histories, taking x-rays, and preparing dental equipment.

Position Summary:

With a Quality, Customer First, and Compassionate approach, Dental Assistant - EDDA will:

• Prepare patient for dental treatment procedures by welcoming, comforting and seating patient.
• Provide instrumentation by sterilizing, disinfecting, and delivering instruments to the treatment area. Set up instrument tray and position instruments for Dentist’s access.
• Provide materials by selecting, mixing, and placing materials on instruments and in the patient’s mouth.
• Assist dentist during dental procedures.
• Provide proper triage for patients. Take and record medical and dental histories and vital signs of patient.
• Assist Dentist in management of medical and dental emergencies.
• Educate patients in oral hygiene and plaque control.
• Provide postoperative instructions prescribed by Dentist.
• Record treatment information in patient records. Document dental care services by charting pertinent information in EHR.
• Assist patients in scheduling appointments, follow-up care, referrals, and medication refills.
• Clean and stock exam rooms to maintain par levels.
• Maintain dental supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
• Provide diagnostic information by exposing and developing dental x-rays.
• Fabricate temporary restorations or custom impressions from preliminary impressions.
• Assist team to maintain proper clinic flow.
• Participate in collaborative measures.
• Follow and initiate policy for standing orders.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Graduate of a Dental Assistant Program or Associates (A.A.) Degree from a Community College or technical school
• 1-2 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Bilingual English/Spanish Required

Perks and Benefits:

At Sunrise, we pride ourselves in over 50 years of exceptional support to our community and employees. Sunrise is dedicated to guiding every employee towards professional growth and development by supporting them through training and tuition reimbursement. We value a healthy work life balance by providing generous paid time off. Employee opinions are valued, and we listen to employees through employee engagement surveys and the sharing of diverse ideas!

Sunrise Community Health offers a generous range of benefits.

Generous PTO and Leave Times:

• Up to 8-weeks of Paid Time Off (to include Vacation, Personal, 12 observed Holiday, and Sick Leave)

Health, Medical, and Wellness Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• FSA Medical Flexible Spending Account
• FSA Dependent Care Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program

Financial Benefits:

• Competitive 401K Plan
• Loan Forgiveness Programs*
• Referral Bonus

Professional Development:

• Tuition and Training Reimbursement
• Agency Wide Training
• Master Class Subscription

Get Involved:

• Employee Recognition Programs

* Providers can apply for the State or Federal loan repayment program.

Current immunizations are required to work at Sunrise Community Health and may vary dependent upon the position. Influenza (Flu) Vaccines are required for ALL staff. COVID vaccine is highly encouraged.

Sunrise Community Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse, inclusive workforce that enriches our culture and our mission to provide affordable access to quality healthcare for all. Qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.