Dental Assistant

STRIDE Community Health Center•Aurora, CO

4h•$23 - $27•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

High school diploma/GED.
Dental assistant certification, EDDA preferred.
Active BLS Certification.
Community: All are welcome at STRIDE - our patients are the center of our work.
Trust: Our patients feel safe, empowered, and supported.
Value: We respond to patients' needs by providing effective, affordable care.
Compassion: We treat patients with kindness, empathy, and dignity.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working as a dental assistant in a clinical setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists 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 Pedodontic, Endodontic, Prosthetic, Periodontic dentistry
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