Job Title: Dental Assistant
Location: Pueblo, CO
Seeking experienced and dedicated Full-Time or Part-Time Dental Assistant at solo doctor-owned practice at Down to Earth Dental in Pueblo, CO
Expected hours : 16 - 36 per week
About Us: Down to Earth Dental is a friendly, patient-focused dental practice dedicated to providing exceptional, personalized dental care. We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming, friendly atmosphere and ensuring each patient has a positive experience, with a doctor who genuinely cares about their health. As a privately owned practice, we value teamwork and support an environment where everyone is willing to help.
The Role: We are seeking an experienced Dental Assistant to join our team full-time, or part-time. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience as a dental assistant, with experience performing tasks like taking denture impressions, making temporary crowns, and placing restorations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assisting the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures
- Taking and developing dental radiographs (x-rays) with a digital sensor
- Preparing, sterilizing and organizing instruments and equipment
- Recording thorough documentation of services performed in our clinic
- Assisting the doctor with a wide variety of dental disciplines including but not limited to restorative, prosthodontics, endodontics
- Providing patients with instructions for oral care following surgery or other dental treatment procedures
- Assisting patients in scheduling appointments and processing billing and payment when necessary
- Answering phones and making calls to patients or other businesses when necessary
- Assisting other clinic staff to complete responsibilities as needed
Requirements:
- Current Colorado BLS certification
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Dental Assistant
- Expanded duties skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A commitment to providing high-quality patient care
- A strong sense of initiative
- Ability to share responsibilities in a close, cooperative team environment
Benefits:
- 401(k) with matching
- Employee & family discounts
- Holiday pay
- Paid time off
Join us at Down to Earth Dental and be a part of a team that values quality care and delivering a welcoming patient experience!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour