Dental Assistant

Description At STRIDE Community Health Center, we’re dedicated to more than just providing healthcare—we’re committed to making a lasting impact on the lives of our patients and the communities we serve. As one of Colorado’s largest Federally Qualified Health Centers, we provide comprehensive services—including primary care, dental, pharmacy, behavioral health, health education, and outreach—to individuals and families throughout the Denver Metro area. With over 35 years of serving our community, our growing team is at the heart of this mission.

We believe healthcare is about more than treating illness; it's about fostering wellness and addressing the unique needs of every person, ensuring that no one is left behind. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference, thrive in a collaborative environment, and are ready for a career that transforms lives—including your own— STRIDE is the place for you. Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM Peoria: 3292 Peoria St. Aurora, CO. 80010 General Purpose: In an effort to allow for the best patient care results, the Dental Assistant primarily assists Dentists with primary patient care services.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Assists dentist with treatment and care of dental patients Offers chairside assistance to dentists for patient care services and other dental procedures Serves as a primary point of contact for patients upon introduction and entry to the dental clinic Provides dual customer service efforts to the dentist and to dental patients Expected to have dental set-up ready when dentist enters room Performs special treatment procedures in the areas of Pedodontic, Endodontic, Prosthetic, Periodontic dentistry Sterilizes and prepares all dental instruments, equipment, and other materials for daily use Completes daily spore tests, cleaning, x-ray processing equipment, and dental evacuation traps Capable of disinfecting and pouring impressions Non-Essential Duties/Responsibilities Attends all staff meetings and all other meetings as assigned.

Requirements

STRIDE Values: Community : All are welcome at STRIDE - our patients are the center of our work. Trust : Our patients feel safe, empowered, and supported. Value : We respond to patients' needs by providing effective, affordable care. Compassion : We treat patients with kindness, empathy, and dignity. Education and Experience: Required Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED Dental Assistant Certificate Active Basic Life Support (BLS) and CPR Certification Preferred Qualifications (not required): Expanded Duties Dental Assistant (EDDA) certification Dental Assistant Radiology certification Previous experience working as a Dental Assistant in a clinical setting.

We offer a competitive hourly range of $22.62 - $26.50, depending on your experience. This range reflects STRIDE’s good faith estimate of potential compensation at the time of posting. The final salary for the selected candidate will be determined based on several…

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