Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant

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Grand Junction Main - Grand Junction, CO 81504

Salary Range $19.53 - $23.85 Hourly Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day Travel Percentage Negligible

Description

Dental Assistant

Full-Time | Grand Junction, CO

Do you enjoy helping patients smile with confidence? PrimeHealth+ is seeking a skilled and compassionate Dental Assistant to support our dental providers while delivering exceptional patient care in a friendly, team-focused environment.

What You'll Do

· Assist dentists chairside during a variety of dental procedures

· Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and patients for care

· Take and process dental X-rays and maintain accurate patient records

· Educate patients about treatment plans and home care

· Perform expanded duties, including coronal polishing, fluoride application, impressions, temporary crowns, and night guard delivery (as permitted by certification)

· Sterilize instruments and maintain infection control standards

· Help manage patient flow, schedule appointments, and support laboratory processes

· Assist with inventory, ordering supplies, and training new team members

What We're Looking For

· High school diploma or GED

· At least one year of chairside dental assisting experience

· Strong organizational and multitasking skills

· Excellent communication and patient service skills

· Commitment to teamwork, safety, and high-quality patient care

Preferred Qualifications

· Graduate of an accredited Dental Assistant program

· Bilingual in English and Spanish

· Dental radiography certification and expanded duties experience

Why PrimeHealth+?

At PrimeHealth+, we believe oral health is an essential part of whole-person care. You'll work alongside experienced dental professionals in a collaborative, mission-driven environment where every day brings the opportunity to improve lives and help patients feel their best.

Whether you're assisting during procedures, educating patients, or helping create a smooth clinic experience, your work will make a real difference in our community.

Additional Requirements: Candidates must be current on—or willing to obtain—required immunizations and screenings, including Tdap, MMR, Varicella, Hepatitis B, annual flu vaccine, and TB screening.

If you're ready to build your career while helping our community smile, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

Required Education/Experience:

• High School diploma or GED
• One year of demonstrable dental experience chair side

Preferred Education/ Experience:

• Certification from an accredited college/program
• Bilingual in Spanish

Additional Eligibility: Must be current or willing to be vaccinated for the following

• TDAP (up to date booster)
• MMR series
• Varicella
• HEP B series
• Flu Shot
• TB Screening