Dental Assistant jobs in South Africa

Job Details

• Job Location : Pagosa Springs, CO
• Position Type : Full Time
• Education Level : High School
• Salary Range : $18.50 - $22.05 Hourly
• Travel Percentage : Up to 25%
• Job Shift : Any

Job Category : Health Care

Dental Assistant – Full Time – Pagosa Springs Integrated Healthcare – Pagosa Springs, CO

Commitment to Pay Standards: We are committed to fair and equitable hiring with salaries based on relevant factors, such as work experience, education, and certification / licensure (rather than wage history).

Position Summary : The Dental Assistant is a member of the multi-disciplinary oral health care team with responsibility for patient exam and procedure preparation and assisting within the scope of practice of a dental assistant.

Our ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Salary : Starting pay is $18.50 – $19.55 per hour (calculated as hourly rate of $17.50 + $1.00 Locale Differential). Compensation considers preferred experience and education. There is a locale differential at our Pagosa Springs worksites.

• Medical (HDHP or PPO)
• Long Term Disability (up to 6% match)
• Short Term Disability
• Health Savings Account
• Vision
• Dependent Care Account
• Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance
• College Invest plans
• Annual Wellness Benefits
• Personal Days
• Loan Repayment Programs
• Company Paid Holidays
• All Paid Leave (APL) for first 2 years with full-time employment
• Ongoing training & educational opportunities

Must occasionally lift/move up to 15 pounds. Frequently walk, sit, stand, kneel; occasionally climb, balance, stoop. Ability to sit for long periods at a computer. Travel between locations. Possible exposure to communicable diseases. Moderate noise level.

Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

• Knowledge and skill in providing appropriate care, dental record keeping, and documentation in electronic health records.
• Ability to exercise judgment, recognize problems, and refer appropriately.
• Knowledge of dental and medical terminology.
• Physical ability to interact and perform mobility requirements.
• Proficiency with office equipment and Windows applications.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, multi-task, prioritize, and maintain confidentiality.
• Valid driver's license, insurability, and willingness to travel.

• Annual Flu immunization
• Annual TB screening
• CPI training within 90 days
• BLS PRO certification within 90 days

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