Job: Dental Assistant

Job Description

Job Type: Temporary, Hourly

Wage: $23/hr.

Location: Canon City, CO.

Job Description:

Expanded Duties Dental Assistant – 4 Days/Week

Our dental practice is seeking a reliable, motivated, and patient-focused Expanded Duties Dental Assistant (EDDA) to join our team! We pride ourselves on providing high-quality care in a positive, team-oriented environment.

Schedule:
4 days per week (consistent schedule with long weekends!)

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting the dentist chairside during a variety of procedures
• Performing expanded duties as allowed by state regulations (fillings, temporary crowns, impressions, etc.)
• Taking digital X-rays and intraoral photos
• Sterilizing instruments and maintaining proper infection control protocols
• Preparing and breaking down operatories
• Ensuring patient comfort before, during, and after treatment
• Reviewing treatment plans and post-op instructions with patients
• Managing clinical supplies and inventory
• Maintaining accurate patient records and charting

Qualifications:

• EDDA certification (required)
• Current X-ray certification
• CPR certification preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay (based on experience)
• 401(k) with employer match up to 4%
• Office-sponsored health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity for growth and continuing education
• Consistent 4-day work week

If you are passionate about patient care and want to be part of a practice that values teamwork and excellence, we’d love to hear from you!

To Apply:
Please send your resume and a brief introduction

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to undergo a background check?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• dental assistant: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• X-Ray Certification (Required)
• Nitrous Oxide Certification (Preferred)

**Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Click “View Application” below for more detail on this specific job.