Pediatric Dental Assistant

We are growing and looking to add a Dental Assistant to our team!

Be a part of something special!

At Southmoor Pediatric Dentistry, we pride ourselves on providing excellent dental care in a welcoming and child-friendly environment. Our Dentists and Team are dedicated to helping our patient families maintain optimal oral health. We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join us as a dental assistant. Whether you are just starting in the field or have some experience, we are committed to training the right person to become a member of our team.

Responsibilities:

Prepare and organize dental treatment rooms and instruments prior to patient appointments.
Assist dentists during various dental procedures by handing instruments, suctioning, and ensuring patient comfort.
Perform sterilization and disinfection of dental tools and equipment following strict infection control protocols.
Maintain accurate patient records using dental software such as Dentrix, including updating medical histories and treatment plans.
Educate patients and their guardians on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care with empathy and clear communication.
Manage appointment scheduling and coordinate patient flow to minimize wait times.
Monitor and maintain inventory of dental supplies and materials, ensuring availability for daily operations.
Adhere to body motion and ergonomics best practices to maintain personal health and safety during clinical tasks.

Qualifications:

Willingness to learn and grow in the dental field
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced team orientated environment
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Registered Dental Assistant with two years of experience preferred
Previous dental experience would be helpful, but a great attitude and a strong work ethic are our first priorities.

Details:

Monday – Friday
No Evening, No Holidays, No Weekends
Benefits Offered
Pay Range: $20 - $24
Primary Location: Denver + Centennial

Benefits:

Competitive pay + growth opportunities
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance
HSA & FSA
Company provided Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
401K with company contributions
Paid time off + paid holidays
Discounted and Free Pediatric dental and orthodontic treatments

Patient comfort • Patient scheduling systems • Dental office • Dental care patient counseling • Health savings account • Safety protocol adherence • Preparing dental treatment areas • Medical procedure assistance • Treatment plan documentation • Working with pediatric populations • Practice management software • Full-time • Disability insurance • Assisting medical staff • Mid-level • Healthcare practice inventory management • Health insurance • Medical scheduling • High school diploma or GED • No weekends • Preparing medical treatment area • Dental insurance • 401(k) • Flexible spending account • Paid time off • Registered Dental Assistant • Dentrix • Pediatrics • Patient family and caregiver education • Dental equipment • Care facility supply management • Surgical suction device handling • Employee assistance program • Healthcare infection prevention and control compliance expertise • Patient interaction • Vision insurance • Monday to Friday • Patient charting • Weekends & holidays off • Pediatric dentistry • Medical post-procedure instructions • Managing patient records • Oral hygiene assistance • Surface decontamination • Communication skills • Life insurance • Surgical instrument sterilization and handling • Patient family support