Dental Assistant EDDA

About the role

Adventure Dental, Vision, & Orthodontics in Denver, CO is seeking a Dental Assistant - EDDA/EFDA to support the dentist and hygienist in providing high-quality and compassionate care to underserved children. This position reports to the Lead Dental Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Create a friendly relationship with patients and parents and educate them on good oral health
• Organize and sterilize dental instruments and workstations per OSHA standards
• Provide clear, effective, and encouraging oral hygiene instructions
• Collect and document clear, concise, and accurate patient records
• Ensure practice is clean and presentable to patients, including cleaning restrooms, patient lobby, mopping, vacuuming, and dusting
• Participate in other duties that support the mission of providing high-quality and compassionate dental, vision, and orthodontic services to underserved children

Requirements

• Radiology education and training that meets state requirements
• Active EDDA/EFDA certification or registration
• Current BLS CPR certification
• Strong interpersonal skills, including a friendly outgoing demeanor and the ability to actively listen to patients and parents
• Ability to multi-task and complete dental tasks correctly and in a timely manner
• Previous experience working in a dental office preferred
• Knowledge of e-Clinical Works a plus

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401K
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Generous pay with monthly bonus opportunities
• Career growth within your practice and the region

Pay

$19.75–$27/hour