Dental Assistant, Colorado

Company:

Overview:
Mountain Shadows Dental is a general dentistry clinic seeking an experienced Dental Assistant or EDDA to join our team part-time. We believe in nurturing the growth of each team member and foster a work environment where diversity is valued. We are led by a fantastic General Dentist who values his team, invests in training, and provides a variety of dental treatments - you will not be bored!

 

This is a part-time, Friday position. We are looking for a Dental Assistant or EDDA who will bring reliability, a strong work ethic, a fun attitude, and a team-oriented and patient-centric focus to our practice. If this sounds like you, apply today-we'd love to hear from you!

 

Schedule: Fridays: 7am-2pm 

 

Benefits: We offer our part-time team members a competitive hourly rate, daily bonus opportunities, and benefits including Vision Insurance, Dental Insurance, Employee Assistance Program and a 401k. 

 

Responsibilities:

Welcoming patients into the practice with a genuine and caring welcome using the patient's name

Preparing patients for treatment to ensure the highest level of care and comfort are achieved

Preparing rooms for surgical and restorative procedures

A thorough review of patient health history adding updates as necessary

Assisting the Dentist chairside and the ability to work independently 

Capturing diagnostic radiographs

Capturing 3D scans - experience with iTero is a plus 

Assisting with Invisalign cases

Placing composite restorations

Assisting with all types of prosthodontic procedures

Providing postoperative instructions after procedures, answering any questions patients may have about dental care provided, and scheduling appointments for follow-up care

Sterilizing instruments according to regulations

Maintaining a timely schedule

Managing lab cases including tracking, progress, and delivery

Monitoring and maintaining inventory and supplies

Monitoring and maintaining dental equipment

 

Qualifications:

1+ years of experience as a Dental Assistant

EDDA certification preferred

X-Ray certification required

CPR/BLS Certification required

Denticon software experience is a plus but not required

Equivalent to high school diploma or general education degree (GED)'

 

Accepting applications until this position is filled

Pay Range:
USD $20.00 - USD $23.00 /Yr.