Dental Assistant

Job Title:

Dental Assistant (Full-Time) About Us We are a privately owned, busy, single-doctor practice in Fort Collins. Because we are privately owned, we focus entirely on quality care and patient relationships rather than corporate metrics. We take our work very seriously, but we don't take ourselves too seriously! We operate as a world-class team, support one another completely, and have a lot of fun working together. If you are looking for a fast-paced, positive, and rewarding professional home, we would love to meet you.

The Schedule & Timeline Hours:

Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Enjoy a consistent 4-day work week with every Friday through Sunday off!)

Target Start Date:

We are looking to fill this position by the first or second week of July.

Compensation & Full-Time Benefits Pay Range:

$20.00 - $30.00 per hour (Depending on experience)

Retirement:

Retirement plan match

Bonus Structure:

Monthly/quarterly performance bonus program

Health Insurance:

Medical coverage coming in the new year

Paid Time Off:

Paid holidays and paid sick time

Dental Benefits:

Free dental care within the office (excludes external lab fees) for you and your household Key Responsibilities As a core member of our clinical team, your daily responsibilities will include:

Chairside Assisting:

Assisting the doctor during a variety of restorative and surgical procedures using four-handed techniques.

Patient Education & Communication:

Clearly explaining upcoming clinical procedures and terminology to patients, and delivering comprehensive, easy-to-understand post-operative care instructions.

Clinical & Lab Work:

Fabricating temporary crowns, taking digital scans, delivering and adjusting a variety of removable appliances, and working with dental labs to fulfill cases.

Diagnostics:

Taking high-quality digital radiographs and intraoral images. Taking and monitoring patient vital signs during sedation procedures

Documentation & Charting:

Updating clinical records, accurately verifying and updating patient medical histories, and writing detailed, comprehensive clinical chart notes.

Inventory & Logistics:

Participating in tracking inventory, organizing clinical stock, and ordering dental supplies to ensure the team has everything they need to succeed.

Hygiene Support:

Actively assisting our hygienists with room turnovers, breakdown, and preparing instruments to keep the clinical day running smoothly.

Sterilization & Safety:

Managing instrument sterilization, infection control protocols, and maintaining a pristine clinical environment.

Office Care:

Participating in routine office maintenance to keep our practice welcoming (including vacuuming, mopping, and sanitizing surfaces).

Patient Care & Accessibility Support:

Safely, physically assisting elderly or impaired patients navigate up and down stairs to access our office. Who You Are (Our Ideal Candidate)

Value-Driven:

You naturally align with our core values: Integrity, Positivity, Teamwork, Kindness, Grace, Inclusion, Taking Responsibility, Confidence, Adaptability, and putting the Patient First .

Socially Intelligent:

You read the room well, possess high emotional intelligence, and instinctively know how to make anxious patients feel safe, heard, and cared for.

Detail-Oriented:

You take pride in precision, catch the little things, and maintain high standards for clinical execution, infection control, inventory control, dental coding, and chart accuracy. Adaptable & Eager to

Learn:

You thrive in a dynamic, busy environment, welcome constructive feedback, and are always looking for ways to grow your skill set.

Tech-Savvy:

You must be able to efficiently use or quickly learn Open Dental practice management software and DTX Studio imaging software.

Required Experience & Skills Clinical Experience:

Prior experience working in a dental clinic setting is highly preferred, especially within general dentistry environments.

Core Competencies:

Proficiency in dental assisting tasks such as chairside assisting, taking X-rays, and infection control practices is essential.

Software Familiarity:

Familiarity with practice management software such as Open Dental , Eaglesoft, or Dentrix will help streamline patient management processes.

Clinical Knowledge:

Knowledge of dental terminology and coding enhances accuracy in documentation and communication.

Advanced Imaging:

Experience with advanced imaging tools like 3D scanners is advantageous for supporting diagnostic procedures.

Safety & Compliance:

Demonstrated ability to follow aseptic techniques and infection control standards consistently ensures patient safety.

Practice Flow:

Strong organizational skills to manage multiple responsibilities efficiently in a fast-paced dental clinic environment. To Apply If you are ready to bring your energy and talent to a world-class dental team, please submit your resume along with a brief cover letter telling us why you think you'd be a great fit for our office culture. Associates in Family Dentistry is an equal opportunity employer.

Pay:

$20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Retirement plan Application Question(s): Do you have a current Colorado dental radiograph (X-ray) certification? Are you able to safely and physically assist elderly or impaired patients up and down stairs? Which Dental Practice Management Software have you utilized? Our practice operates under a strict 'Patient-First' core value, prioritizing high social intelligence and warm patient relationships. Briefly describe a time you went above and beyond to make an anxious or elderly patient feel safe and comfortable. Have you completed the Hepatitis B vaccination series, or are you willing to provide proof of immunity/agree to vaccination upon hire?

Experience:

dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person