Dental Assistant

Colorado Mountain College

Edwards, CO, United States
Base: $21.63 ph; bonus/equity: not specified; bene...
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Chairside assisting during dental procedures
Bilingual english and spanish communication
Current cpr certification required
** Colorado Mountain College is seeking a part-time Dental Assistant to support general dentists and the dental hygiene program at their Oral Health Clinic in Edwards, CO. The role involves chairside assistance, administrative tasks, and effective communication with patients, particularly in both English and Spanish. **

Job Summary

  • The Dental Assistant supports general dentists and the dental hygiene program within the CMC Oral Health Clinic through comprehensive chairside assistance.
  • Candidates must demonstrate bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish with a verified language skill test to receive an additional pay differential.
  • This part-time position offers benefits including retirement contributions, mental health resources, tuition benefits, and a wage progression model based on qualifications.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Colorado Mountain College is seeking a part-time Dental Assistant to support general dentists and the dental hygiene program at their Oral Health Clinic in Edwards, CO. The role involves chairside assistance, administrative tasks, and effective communication with patients, particularly in both English and Spanish. **

Salary

Base: $21.63 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Retirement contribution, annual and sick time, mental health resources, tuition benefit

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Chairside assisting during dental procedures
  • Bilingual English and Spanish communication
  • Current CPR certification required
  • Radiation safety course completion
  • OSAP-DALE infection prevention certificate
  • 3D scanner operation experience
  • HIPAA and OSHA compliance adherence

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in higher education administration
  • Deep ethical foundation and professionalism
  • Sensitivity to diverse student backgrounds
  • Willingness to learn in fast-paced environment
  • Love of dentistry and education
  • Ability to work evenings and weekends
  • Confidence collecting patient payments

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • One year dental assistant experience or equivalent education
  • Current CPR certification
  • OSAP-DALE Dental Infection Prevention Certificate (or ability to obtain)
  • Proof of radiation safety course preferred
  • Successful background check and motor vehicle records report

Work Rights

Not specified

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