Dental Assistant - Four-Handed Care & Imaging

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Federal health/vision/dental insurance

Federal pension

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs at the PFC Floyd K. Lindstrom VA Clinic in Colorado Springs, CO seeks a Dental Assistant to support dentists in direct patient care and perform clinical and clerical tasks.

Applicants must meet CODA accreditation and radiology credentialing requirements. This full-time Federal position offers comprehensive benefits and a Monday–Friday schedule. Responsibilities include preparing operatory, assisting in diverse dental procedures, maintaining infection control,

Qualifications

• This role requires knowledge of dental procedures and patient care.
• Compliance with radiology credentialing standards is mandatory.
• Certification in radiologic procedures or related coursework is required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Show courtesy and professionalism to patients and staff.
• Set up operatory and prepare dental units for procedures.
• Support dentists in restorative, surgical, endodontic and periodontal care.
• Pass instruments safely and maintain a clean operative field.
• Provide patient education on oral hygiene and preventive care.

Skills

Dental assistant experience

Identify normal oral anatomy

Instrument knowledge

Patient education

Education

CODA-accredited dental assisting program

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs at the PFC Floyd K. Lindstrom VA Clinic in Colorado Springs, CO seeks a Dental Assistant to support dentists in direct patient care and perform clinical and clerical tasks.

Applicants must meet CODA accreditation and radiology credentialing requirements. This full-time Federal position offers comprehensive benefits and a Monday–Friday schedule. Responsibilities include preparing operatory, assisting in diverse dental procedures, maintaining infection control,