Dental Assistant EDDA

Dental Assistant - EDDA/EFDA

Academy Kids Dental, Vision, & Orthodontics in Colorado Springs, CO, is currently seeking a Dental Assistant - EDDA/EFDA to support the dentist and hygienist in providing high quality and compassionate care to all patients. This position will report to the Lead Dental Assistant.

Pay range: $19.75-$27/hr

Job Responsibilities

• Create a friendly relationship with patients and parents and educate them on good oral health
• Organize and sterilize dental instruments and workstations per OSHA standards
• Provide clear, effective, and encouraging oral hygiene instructions
• Collect and document clear, concise, and accurate patient records
• Ensure practice is clean and presentable to patients to include cleaning restrooms, patient lobby, mopping, vacuuming, dusting etc.
• Participate in other duties that support the mission of providing high-quality and compassionate dental, vision, and orthodontic services to underserved children

Job Qualifications

• Radiology education and training that meets state requirements
• Active EDDA/EFDA certification or registration
• Strong interpersonal skills, including a friendly outgoing demeanor and the ability to actively listen to patients and parents
• Ability to multi-task and complete dental tasks correctly and in a timely manner
• Knowledge of e-Clinical Works a plus
• Previous experience working in a dental office preferred
• Current BLS CPR certification

In addition to the job description, you will be asked to perform other duties that support the business and our mission.