Expanded Duties Dental Assistant

Choice Healthcare Services; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider specializing in pediatric dental care is seeking a Dental Assistant in Colorado. You will support dentists by preparing treatment rooms, assisting in procedures, and educating patients on oral hygiene. With a focus on professional growth, we offer a comprehensive benefits package in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional and personal growth opportunities

Supportive team dynamic

Qualifications

• Certification from a dental college OR 3-6 months related experience.
• Colorado X-Ray certification required.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Assists the doctor in dental procedures.
• Takes x-rays of patients.
• Instructs patients on proper oral hygiene.
• Sterilizes dental instruments.
• Prepares treatment rooms for procedures.

Skills

Patient Instruction

Instrument Sterilization

Oral Hygiene Instruction

Education

Dental College Certification

Tools

X-ray Equipment

Job description

Overview

Dental Assistant

Summary:The Dental Assistant supports dental care delivery by preparing treatment rooms, patients, instruments, and materials; passing instruments and materials; performing procedures in compliance with the Colorado dental standards.

At CHOICE Healthcare Services, our mission is to provide everyone access to the healthcare they need. CHOICE is the largest provider of pediatric dental care in the Southwest United States, and we pride ourselves on delivering high quality care to children in our communities.

What we provide to you as a CHOICE teammate:

• Care for your wellbeing and work-life balance
• Professional and personal growth
• Experienced leadership support
• Fun and supportive team dynamic with events and celebrations
• Comprehensive benefits package

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assists the doctor in procedures
• Takes x-rays
• Instructs patients on oral hygiene
• Sterilizes instruments
• Sets up/breakdown and prepares rooms for treatment/hygiene

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience:

• Certification from a dental college OR three to six months related experience and/or training OR equivalent combination of education and experience, preferred

Required Certificates or Licenses:

• Colorado X-Ray certification
• Current BLS certification