Dental Assistant - Pediatrics

STRIDE Community Health Center•Aurora, CO

5h•$24 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

At STRIDE Community Health Center, we’re dedicated to more than just providing healthcare—we’re committed to making a lasting impact on the lives of our patients and the communities we serve. As one of Colorado’s largest Federally Qualified Health Centers, we offer comprehensive services—including primary care, dental, pharmacy, behavioral health, health education, and outreach—across our 13 clinics in the Denver Metro area. With over 35 years of serving our community, our growing team is at the heart of this mission. We believe healthcare is about more than treating illness; it's about fostering wellness and addressing the unique needs of every person, ensuring that no one is left behind. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference, thrive in a collaborative environment, and are ready for a career that transforms lives—including your own—STRIDE is the place for you. General Purpose: In an effort to allow for the best patient care results, the Dental Assistant primarily assists Dentists with primary patient care services.

Requirements

Integrity: Doing the right thing even when no one is watching.
Compassion: Meeting patients where they are with empathy.
Accountability: Following through on our commitments.
Respect: Valuing human dignity.
Excellence: Embracing a growth mindset and striving for continuous improvement.
High school diploma/GED.
Dental assistant certification.
Active BLS Certification.
Previous experience working as a pediatric dental assistant in a clinical setting.
Ability to interact positively and build rapport with pediatric patients and their families, coworkers and/or external contacts.
Ability to work independently and organize work in a manner that ensures accuracy and efficiency.
Ability to demonstrate the capability to effectively and sensitively respond to the needs and concerns of the full range of STRIDEs diverse patient population.
Customer service skills, including the ability to diffuse upset patients.
Skill in using a variety of computer software including but not limited to the internet and MS Office Products.
Ability to handle sensitive information ethically and responsibly.
Ability to protect the confidentiality of patient, employee and business information.
Enters patient data into computer via use of EMR database system, general dental instruments and equipment, x ray technology, computer, printer, multi-line telephone systems, fax machine, copy machine, calculator, and all Microsoft Office products including Outlook, Excel and the internet.
To ensure the safety of our patients, staff, and communities, all new hires at STRIDE must receive an annual flu shot or provide an exemption, as well as undergo tuberculosis screening and testing.

Responsibilities

Assists pediatric dentist with treatment and care of dental patients
Offers chairside assistance to dentists for patient care services and other dental procedures
Serves as a primary point of contact for patients upon introduction and entry to the dental clinic
Provides dual customer service efforts to the dentist and to dental patients
Expected to have dental set-up ready when dentist enters room
Performs special treatment procedures in the areas of Pediatric Dentistry including operatory procedures at childrens hospital
Delivers and manages patients use of Nitrous Oxide
Sterilizes and prepares all dental instruments, equipment, and other materials for daily use
Completes daily spore tests, cleaning, x-ray processing equipment, and dental evacuation traps
Capable of disinfecting and pouring impressions
Attends all staff meetings and all other meetings as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA), including dependent care options
401(k) with matching
Work-life balance
NHSC Loan Repayment
Tuition reimbursement and/or Continuing Medical Education (CME)
No nights, weekends, or major holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Discounts on top attractions, hotels, more