Dental Assistant- EDDA

Overview
Our office, North Denver Dental and Implants, is a well established practice. Recently there has been a transition of ownership, with the previous owner retiring, and a new solo doctor coming in. Our intention is to grow the office while maintaining a focus on quality care and the patient experience. We are a tight knit team and are here to support each other as well as grow clinically.

We are looking for someone who is:

-Clinically confident and detail-oriented

-Interested in expanded function dentistry and advanced procedures

-Team oriented with a positive attitude

-Looking for a stable, long-term opportunity in private practice
This role is ideal for an EDDA who enjoys working closely with the doctor and wants to use their clinical skills at a high level
Benefits: $26-30/hr depending on experience, paid holidays, PTO (after 1 year), 401k and health insurance, supportive and respectful work environment, no evenings weekends or Fridays
Responsibilities
Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments in accordance with aseptic techniques and infection control protocols.

Assist the doctor during a wide variety of procedures such as fillings, RCT, extractions, implants, crowns
Take X-rays, as well as intraoral scans for crowns
Fabricating and cementing temporary crowns, cementing permanent crowns
Keeping track of supplies, ordering
Monitor vital signs and assess patient comfort throughout procedures, ensuring safety standards are maintained.

Educate patients on dental terminology, post-operative care, and preventive practices to promote oral health awareness.

Support administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, verifying insurance coverage, and maintaining compliance with HIPAA regulations.

Skills
Proficiency in dental assisting techniques including four-handed dentistry and chairside support.

Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, infection control procedures, and aseptic techniques.

Implant experience would be a strong plus, but willingness to learn is equally valid
Ability to place and adjust fillings independently, including class II and class III restorations.

Able to intelligently communicate treatment plans to patients and make them feel at ease
Willingness to be a team player and help out wherever needed
Please send resume and a brief introduction about your clinical experience + what type of office environment you're looking for!

Pay: $26.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Health insurance
Paid time off
Work Location: In person