Dental Assistant | Patient Care, X-Rays & Growth

River Valley Family Health Center; Delta (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Matching

PTO

Continued Education

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

River Valley Family Health Centers in Montrose and Delta, CO is hiring a full-time Dental Assistant to support dentists with patient care, room setup, instrument sterilization, and intra-oral procedures. The role includes taking impressions, X-rays, and maintaining records while ensuring patient comfort and safety.

The position offers benefits such as medical, dental, vision insurance, life and disability coverage, a 401(k) match, PTO, and continuing education opportunities.

Qualifications

• GED/High School Diploma required.
• Previous experience as a Dental Assistant preferred, or have completed an accredited Dental Assisting program, or be willing to complete a program within 12 months of hire.
• Knowledge of public health principles and practices preferred.
• Ability to travel between clinics as needed.
• Ability to comprehend both oral and written communications.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective, courteous working relationships with patients and team members.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for dental visits, sterilize or disinfect instruments, set up trays, and assist during procedures.
• Take and record medical and dental histories and vital signs; document in EMR.
• Polish or help restore teeth as directed.
• Provide postoperative instructions and oral hygiene guidance.

Skills

Team player

Communication

Flexibility

Cultural sensitivity

Public health

Spanish (optional)

Education

GED/High School Diploma

Dental Assisting program

Job description

River Valley Family Health Centers in Montrose and Delta, CO is hiring a full-time Dental Assistant to support dentists with patient care, room setup, instrument sterilization, and intra-oral procedures. The role includes taking impressions, X-rays, and maintaining records while ensuring patient comfort and safety.

The position offers benefits such as medical, dental, vision insurance, life and disability coverage, a 401(k) match, PTO, and continuing education opportunities.