Dental Assistant - 4-Day Work Week - Private Practice

Dental Assistant

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!