Lead Dental Assistant

Vivent Health • Glendale, CO

1d • $24 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

Vivent Health is on a mission to end HIV/AIDS through integrated, personalized, judgment-free care, meeting people where they are and supporting the whole person medically, socially, and emotionally. Every role plays a part in this mission. The organization believes healthcare works best when rooted in equity, dignity, and access for all, fostering a culture where patients and employees feel seen, respected, and empowered to thrive. Vivent Health emphasizes a deeply collaborative, interdisciplinary team approach, uniting medical care, behavioral health, pharmacy, research, and prevention for a holistic approach that changes lives. This position offers a chance to be part of something bigger, turning work into purpose.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Colorado-approved dental radiology/x-ray certification that complies with Rule X of the Colorado Dental Practice Act required.
• Completion of an accredited dental assistant program.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Dental Assistant in a clinical setting.
• Current, active state license (if needed) within state clinic is located.
• Proficient in dental terminology, procedures, and use of dental equipment.
• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems.
• Proficient in use of email and Microsoft Office suite.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with patients and the dental team.
• Compassion and empathy towards patients, understanding their needs, and providing a supportive environment.
• Ability to collaborate with dentists, hygienists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated care.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities, procedures, and dental technologies in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Precision and accuracy in performing dental procedures, recordkeeping, and following infection control protocols.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide a team towards common goals.
• Strong conflict resolution capabilities.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills to manage daily clinic operations and maintain efficient workflows while still ensuring all tasks are completed accurately.
• Strong problem-solving skills to address clinical challenges and optimize processes.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a leadership or supervisory role.
• De-escalation and conflict resolution training.
• Spanish-speaking.
• HIV experience in a not-for-profit environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance to dentists during dental procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort and efficient workflow.
• Assist delivering patient care by taking and recording vital signs, updating medical histories, taking traditional and digital impressions, and addressing patient concerns.
• Maintain strict infection control protocols by sterilizing and organizing dental instruments and equipment.
• Take and develop dental radiographs as directed by the dentist, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images.
• Coordinate and schedule dental appointments, follow-ups, and treatments, optimizing the dental clinic's workflow.
• Accurately record patient information, treatment plans, and procedure codes in an electronic health records (EHR) system.
• Manage dental supplies inventory ensuring adequate stock levels and timely ordering.
• Maintain dental equipment per manufacturer guidelines and keep log of all maintenance schedules.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices, post-treatment care, and preventive measures to promote overall dental health.
• Adhere to infection control guidelines, OSHA regulations, and clinic policies to maintain a safe and sterile environment.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals within Vivent Health to ensure comprehensive and integrated patient care.
• Maintain licensure according to state regulations, including appropriate CE geared toward the Vivent Health Patient population.
• Provide leadership, structure, and guidance to dental assistants, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to clinical protocols.
• Train and mentor dental assistant staff, ensuring continuous professional development and compliance with best practices.
• Oversees the sterilization process, organization of dental instruments and the clinic in general, and equipment maintenance while maintaining strict infection control protocols.
• Oversees tracking of lab cases.
• Monitor and maintain dental supplies and equipment inventory, ensuring adequate stock levels, timely ordering, and scheduling repairs as needed while still adhering to the provided clinic budget.
• Serves as liaison between local Dental Clinic staff and local Administrative Staff.

Benefits

• Generous PTO, including 12 paid holidays
• 401(k) with 100% employer match up to 5%
• 12 weeks fully paid parental leave for benefits-eligible employees after one year
• Employer-subsidized medical, dental, vision, and gender-affirming care
• Tuition reimbursement and licensure assistance
• Benefits for full-time and eligible part-time roles
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility

What This Job Offers

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