Dental Assistant

Salud Family Health•Brighton, CO

3h•$21 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Since 1970, Salud has been committed to providing a Medical Home to patients, where medical, dental, behavioral health services, and clinical pharmacists work together and coordinate efforts in a team-based system of care. We strive to improve the quality of our patient's lives who would otherwise have limited access to health care. We serve all individuals regardless of their insurance status or ability to pay. The Dental Assistant performs duties that assist the Dental Director, Dentists, and Dental Hygienists in the care and treatment of patients, including reception, chairside assisting, inventory, and records. Our Mission is to provide a quality, integrated healthcare home to the communities we serve. Our dental practice is quite lively. A Dental Assistant treats our patients with the utmost respect and concern for their physical, emotional, and mental well-being while instilling a fun and vibrant atmosphere bringing smiles to all who enter our doors. A positive attitude, and modern dentistry, can bring joy to our patients.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or equivalent is required.
Must be radiology certified through a state-approved radiology program, within the timeframe set by Dental Department standards.
Successful completion of Salud Family Health Center Ladder’s program is required.
Successful achievement of the Registered Dental Assistant Program certification is required.
Maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers from one of the following organizations: American Heart Association; American Safety and Health Institute; or American Red Cross.
May be required to travel to other clinics based on staffing shortages.
An ability and willingness to learn.
A desire to expand abilities.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to motivate patients.
Must work well with the other patient care team members.
Ability to operate, maintain, and document in the electronic record.
Ability to reliably take diagnostic digital X-rays in a timely fashion.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients and staff.
Sensitivity to low-income and ethnic minority communities is a must.

Nice To Haves

Previous dental assistant experience is desired.
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs those duties that assist the Dental Director, Dentists, and Dental Hygienists in the care and treatment of patients.
Performs duties in the field of reception, chairside assisting, inventory, and records.
Prepare the treatment room.
Maintain the schedule and ensure the team is sticking to it.
Interact with patients before, during, and after procedures.
Assist the dentist chairside.

Benefits

Medical PPO Plan (Similar to ACA Exchange Platinum Benefit Coverage Levels)
Low employee premiums, especially given rich benefits
$25 Primary Care Physician and Specialist Co-pays (in-network)
Low deductibles and co-insurance
Free provider visits and services at all Salud facilities
Preferred prescription pricing at Salud pharmacies
Dental PPO plan
Includes Employee Discounts at All Salud Dental Facilities
Vision
Generous vacation accrual
10 Paid Holidays per year (includes 2 Floating Holidays and paid Birthday)
Up to 8 Paid accrued Sick Days per year
Defined Contribution Pension Plan. Salud contributes 5% of your compensation each month (no matching employee contribution is required…you receive the contribution no matter what). Employees who have worked at least 1,000 hours within a 12-month period are eligible.
403b Retirement savings plan. You can contribute pre-tax or after-tax (Roth) towards your retirement savings.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Basic Life and AD&D
Supplemental Life and AD&D
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
Employee Assistance Program