Dental Assistant I Part-Time

Lone Peak Dental Group; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Lone Peak Dental Group in Colorado is seeking a Dental Assistant with orthodontic experience to join our team. The role supports orthodontists in clinical and administrative tasks, including preparing treatment rooms, X-ray work, patient education, and records management.

The position is part-time with potential to transition to full-time, offering a pathway for growth and development within the practice.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an accredited dental assistant program required.
• X-ray certification required.
• Orthodontic assisting experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Set up treatment areas for orthodontic procedures.
• Assist orthodontists during examinations and treatments.
• Take and process dental X-rays.
• Sterilize and maintain instruments and equipment.
• Educate patients on orthodontic care and oral hygiene.
• Schedule patient appointments and manage dental records.
• Handle administrative tasks like billing and insurance processing.
• Ensure infection control and safety standards are followed.
• Offer competitive wages and benefits including healthcare coverage, PTO, and professional development.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Accredited dental assistant program

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a Dental Assistant with orthodontic experience to join our team. The Dental Assistant will assist orthodontists in clinical and administrative tasks, including preparing treatment rooms, sterilizing equipment, taking X-rays, educating patients, and providing general dental assistance. This position offers part-time hours, with the potential for full-time hours in the future.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Completion of an accredited dental assistant program
• X-ray certification
• Orthodontic assisting experience preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities

Responsibilities

• Assist in setting up treatment areas for orthodontic procedures
• Support orthodontists during patient examinations and treatments
• Take and process dental X-rays
• Sterilize and maintain dental instruments and equipment
• Educate patients on orthodontic care and oral hygiene practices
• Schedule patient appointments and manage dental records
• Handle administrative tasks like billing and insurance processing
• Ensure strict adherence to infection control and safety standards
• Competitive wages and benefits package offered, including healthcare coverage, paid time off, and opportunities for professional development

Full time Monday-Thursday 8am-5pm & Friday 7am-4pm