Dental Assistant
Overview
Summary: The Dental Assistant supports orthodontic care delivery by preparing treatment rooms, patients, instruments, and materials; passing instruments and materials; performing procedures in compliance with the Colorado dental standards.
About the Company
At CHOICE Healthcare Services, our mission is to provide everyone access to the healthcare they need. CHOICE is the largest provider of pediatric dental care in the Southwest United States, and we pride ourselves on delivering high quality care to children in our communities.
What we provide to you as a CHOICE teammate:
- Care for your wellbeing and work-life balance
- Professional and personal growth
- Experienced leadership support
- Fun and supportive team dynamic with events and celebrations
- Comprehensive benefits package
Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Clinical Duties:
- Assist the doctor chairside during pediatric orthodontic procedures
- Take and process digital x-rays in compliance with Colorado X-Ray standards
- Instruct pediatric patients and parents on oral hygiene and post-treatment care
- Sterilize and maintain instruments per infection control protocols
Administrative & Operational Duties:
- Set up, break down, and prepare treatment rooms for orthodontic and hygiene appointments
- Document patient records and treatment notes accurately in practice management software
- Support smooth patient flow to maintain daily appointment schedules
Requirements
Education and/or Experience:
Certification from a dental college OR three to six months related experience and/or training OR equivalent combination of education and experience, preferred
Required Certificates or Licenses:
- Colorado X-Ray certification
- Current BLS certification
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: $19.00 - $24.00 per hour
