- Salary
- $18 – $26/hr
- Location
- Colorado Springs, Colorado, US
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Healthcare
- Source
- BetterTeam
Description
Dental Assistant. ($18-$26 Based on Experience)
Join the Dental Nook Team!
At Dental Nook - Northgate, we're looking for an exceptional Dental Assistant who is passionate about patient care, enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, and wants to grow alongside a modern, high-performing dental practice.
While a minimum of one year of dental experience is preferred but not required, we are willing to train the right person who has a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and is eager to learn.
What We're Looking For:
The ideal candidate is someone who:
- Thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Takes pride in providing outstanding patient care.
- Has excellent attendance and arrives on time, prepared to start the day.
- Is dependable, organized, and follows systems and checklists consistently.
- Maintains a positive attitude and contributes to a supportive team culture.
- Is willing to learn and continuously improve.
- Ability to work with different doctors.
Clinical Skills:
Preferred experience includes:
- Taking a full-mouth series (FMX) in under 5 minutes.
- Taking high-quality orthodontic photos using a professional camera.
- Assisting with a wide variety of procedures, including:
- Fillings.
- Crowns.
- Root canals.
- Extractions.
- Wisdom teeth.
- Implant placement.
- Invisalign.
- Sealants.
- Pulpotomies.
- Independently placing sealants using DryShield.
- Polishing teeth, flossing, and providing oral hygiene instructions (OHI).
- Fabricating temporary crowns or willingness to learn.
Sterilization & Office Support:
We believe every team member contributes to the success of the practice.
Responsibilities also include:
- Maintaining sterilization and laboratory areas.
- Keeping operatories clean and organized throughout the day.
- Completing assigned cleaning checklists.
- Participating in monthly deep-cleaning projects, including:
- Autoclaves.
- Ultrasonic cleaners.
- Treatment rooms.
- Break room.
- Floors and common areas.
Why Dental Nook?
We are committed to creating an environment where our team members can grow professionally while making a real difference in our patients' lives. We value:
- Teamwork.
- Continuous learning.
- Exceptional patient experiences.
- Positive attitudes.
- $18-$26 per hour (we pay for experience and heart).
- 401k with matching.
- In-office dental benefits.
- Sick time.
The location of this office is 13492 Bass Pro Drive, Suite 110. In the North part of Colorado Springs. We are a team of humble, hungry, and emotionally intelligent people, and we are in search of more people like us. We are excited to meet you!
Because details matter:
Please text your favorite ice cream and dream car to Faith at 845-825-0281.
Skills
Patient Care
