Dental Assistant – Growth, CE & Flexible Schedule

0125 SC SMILES, LLC; Aspen (CO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health/dental/vision

401(k) match

Career development

CE via TAG U

Job summary

Aspen Dental is hiring a Dental Assistant in Colorado to support patient care and infection control. You will assist during a variety of treatment procedures, take dental X-rays, set up and break down operatory, and help manage patient flow.

We offer competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for growth in a supportive, team-driven environment. A high school diploma and state license/x-ray certification as required by your state are needed.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other dental team members.
• High school diploma or equivalent; state license/registration requirements as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Assist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Take dental x-rays.
• Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment.
• Execute patient handoffs and monitor patient flow within the practice.
• Manage infection control – prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene strategies to maintain health.
• Complete denture relines and temporary crowns.
• Perform impressions and bite registrations.
• Perform digital intraoral scans.
• Support patient charting for doctors.
• Perform office tasks as necessary.
• Collaborate with practice team to ensure patient satisfaction.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Patient care

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

X-ray certification

Job description

Aspen Dental is hiring a Dental Assistant in Colorado to support patient care and infection control. You will assist during a variety of treatment procedures, take dental X-rays, set up and break down operatory, and help manage patient flow.

We offer competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for growth in a supportive, team-driven environment. A high school diploma and state license/x-ray certification as required by your state are needed.