Dental Assistant

Specialty1 Partners • Denver, CO

15d • $26 - $31

About The Position

Denver Metro Oral Surgery in Glendale, Colorado, is seeking a Dental Assistant for its specialty practice. The role focuses on providing excellent patient service, helping patients feel comfortable, and supporting the dentist with administrative and basic dental tasks. The assistant also helps coordinate other office responsibilities as needed. A hybrid schedule option is mentioned, though the position requires full-time availability for one of two schedules: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, five days per week, or 7:00 AM–5:00 PM, four days per week.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of proven experience as a dental assistant.
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations.
• Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks.
• Good computer skills.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Well-organized and reliable.
• High school diploma.
• Certificate from an accredited dental assistant program, if required by law.
• Active state radiology license, if required by law.
• Able to sit and stand for extended periods.
• Able to operate standard office equipment.
• Able to assist patients safely in and out of chairs or treatment areas.
• Able to maintain clinical positioning for extended periods.
• Able to work around medical equipment and instruments.
• Able to adhere to OSHA and infection control standards.
• Able to perform repetitive hand and wrist movements.
• Able to respond quickly in emergency situations.
• Must be available to work full time on either the 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, five-day schedule or the 7:00 AM–5:00 PM, four-day schedule.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients to the dental office.
• Prepare patients for treatment and ensure their comfort.
• Select and set up instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Sterilize instruments according to regulations.
• Assist the dentist through four-handed dentistry.
• Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions.
• Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked.
• Schedule appointments and post-operative visits.
• Maintain accurate patient records.
• Assist with payment procedures.
• Help facilitate or coordinate other office responsibilities as needed.

Benefits

• BCBS medical and dental insurance options
• VSP vision coverage
• Complimentary life insurance policy for the employee
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Pet insurance coverage
• 401(k) plan with matching options
• HSA/FSA account access
• Identity theft protection
• Legal services package
• Hospital, accident, and critical care coverage
• Paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED