Traveling Dental Assistant - Oral Surgery Specialist

PDS Health; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement

401K

Volunteer in community

Job summary

PDS Health in Golden, Colorado, seeks a dedicated Dental Assistant to support clinicians and deliver the Perfect Patient Experience. You will prepare patients for examinations, assist with procedures, and ensure a clean, sterile environment while collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team.

The role emphasizes active listening, teamwork, and efficient operation of operatory spaces, including radiographs, charting, and patient education.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to high school diploma or GED and mandated training courses as required by state for certification or licensure.
• Certificates/licenses/registrations as mandated by applicable state.
• Specialty dental assistants must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance; background/motor vehicle checks required.
• Specialty dental assistants may travel to multiple offices daily; reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Assist clinicians by preparing patients for examination and treatment.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain clean, sterile operatory spaces.
• Take radiographs and intra-oral pictures as directed by clinicians.
• Prepare tray setups and manage supply levels in each operatory.
• Record patient charts and clinician notes in the digital system.
• Support patient care by presenting treatment records and health histories to clinicians.

Skills

Patient care

Team communication

Sterilization procedures

Radiographs

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dental software (Eaglesoft)

Radiography equipment

Job description

PDS Health in Golden, Colorado, seeks a dedicated Dental Assistant to support clinicians and deliver the Perfect Patient Experience. You will prepare patients for examinations, assist with procedures, and ensure a clean, sterile environment while collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team.

The role emphasizes active listening, teamwork, and efficient operation of operatory spaces, including radiographs, charting, and patient education.