Experienced Dental Assistant (Expanded Duties)

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Full-time Description Experienced Dental Assistant (Expanded Duties) Ruby Canyon Dental Grand Junction, CO $20-$30 per hour (based on experience)+$2/hour bilingual differential (Spanish/English) Full-Time | 4-Day Work Week Stability. Advanced Skills. Real Growth. Are you an experienced Dental Assistant who wants stability, advanced procedures, and the opportunity to fully use your expanded skills? At Ruby Canyon Dental, we provide comprehensive restorative, surgical, implant, Invisalign, and sedation dentistry - and we support our assistants with strong clinical systems and dedicated sterilization technicians so your focus stays on patient care, not instrument processing. If you enjoy being prepared, working in a fast-paced environment, and operating at a high clinical level, we would love to meet you. About Our Practice Ruby Canyon Dental is a full-service, technology-driven dental practice. We rarely refer out and perform a wide range of procedures in-house, including:

• Restorative dentistry
• Crown & bridge
• Dental implants
• Surgical procedures
• Invisalign
• Sedation dentistry

Our assistants are trusted clinical partners who play a critical role in workflow efficiency, patient communication, and procedural success. Responsibilities As an Experienced Dental Assistant, you will:

• Assist with restorative, surgical, and implant procedures
• Place composite restorations (Expanded Duties - Colorado)
• Fabricate and adjust temporary crowns
• Take digital and traditional impressions independently
• Support CEREC same-day crown workflows
• Assist in surgical and implant cases
• Prepare operatories according to established SOPs
• Capture digital radiographs and dental photography
• Enter accurate and thorough chart notes in Dentrix Ascend
• Provide informed consent communication and post-operative instructions
• Conduct follow-up care calls and patient communication
• Maintain strong attention to detail and documentation standards

While all clinical team members contribute to maintaining a clean and organized environment, we have full-time sterilization technicians, allowing assistants to remain primarily focused on patient care and clinical execution. Technology & Digital Dentistry We are a highly digital office utilizing:

• CEREC CAD/CAM technology
• 3D printing (including surgical guides)
• Digital radiography
• Dentrix Ascend practice management software
• Comprehensive digital workflows

Experience with digital dentistry is strongly preferred. Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years clinical dental assisting experience
• Expanded Duties Dental Assistant (Colorado) preferred
• Experience placing restorations strongly preferred
• Surgical or implant assisting experience a plus
• Sedation experience a plus (training available)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and patient engagement skills
• Ability to anticipate provider needs and maintain efficient clinical flow

Bilingual (Spanish/English) candidates receive a $2/hour pay differential. What Success Looks Like
Within six months, a successful assistant:

• Confidently supports advanced restorative and surgical procedures
• Understands our diagnostic and treatment workflows
• Communicates clearly and professionally with patients
• Maintains excellent documentation and follow-through
• Demonstrates ownership of operatory readiness and patient experience

Growth Opportunities

• Surgical assisting specialization
• Sedation team training
• Advanced digital dentistry workflows
• Clinical Lead pathway
• Potential Clinical Director growth track

This is a long-term opportunity for someone who values both stability and professional development. xywuqvp Compensation & Benefits

• $20-$30 per hour (based on experience and expanded skill set)
• +$2/hour bilingual differential (Spanish/English)
• 4-day work week
• Paid holidays
• PTO
• Uniform allowance
• Supportive, systems-driven team environment

If you are an experienced Dental Assistant who values organization, follow-through, patient connection, and clinical excellence, we encourage you to apply.