Dental Assistant Extern

Hero Practice Services • Denver, CO

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About The Position

Hero Practice Services is seeking Dental Assistant Externs to gain experience with various dental procedures in a pediatric office. The role is open only to students enrolled in an accredited dental assisting program. Externs who successfully complete their externship hours may be hired as full-time dental assistants. The position reports to the Operations Manager and is at-will, meaning either party may end the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or prior notice.

The role includes supporting dental procedures and patient care, maintaining accurate externship records and patient charts, preparing treatment rooms and instruments, and keeping the practice clean and presentable. Externs must follow applicable regulations and standards. Additional duties that support the business and its mission may be assigned.

Work is performed in a standard office environment using standard office equipment. The position requires a full range of body motion, including sitting, walking, standing, bending, communicating in person and by telephone, repetitive hand use, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• Must be enrolled in a dental assisting program accredited for the role.
• Proven work experience in customer or patient service, or the ability and desire to learn.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a desire for professional growth.
• Must be organized and possess knowledge of dentistry.

Responsibilities

• Keep track of all externship hours and timesheets.
• Record patient charting and the dentist’s notes in the digital patient chart, as directed by the dentist.
• Prepare and clean treatment rooms and instruments.
• Monitor the schedule for efficiency and educate patients on dental procedures.
• Maintain a clean, sterile, and patient-centric working environment.
• Maintain strict compliance with applicable state, federal, and other regulations, including OSHA, WC, Dental Board, HIPAA, ADA, DOL, and the employee handbook.
• Keep the practice clean and presentable, including cleaning restrooms and the patient lobby, mopping, vacuuming, and dusting.
• Perform other duties that support the business and its mission as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed