Pediatric/Orthodontic Dental Assistant - Firestone Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontic - Longmont, CO

Do you enjoy making people feel comfortable, cared for, and confident in their smiles? Our growing dental practice is looking for a friendly, dependable Dental Assistant who wants to be part of a supportive team where your work truly matters. At our office, patients come first—and so do our team members. We believe in teamwork, respect, and creating a positive environment where everyone enjoys coming to work. What You’ll Love About Working with Us: A welcoming, drama-free team culture Modern, well-organized dental office Supportive dentist who values your skills and input Consistent schedule and long-term stability Opportunities to grow and learn new skills Responsibilities Welcome patients in the dental office Help patients feel relaxed, informed, and well cared for Prepare treatment rooms and maintain a clean, safe workspace Select and set up instruments, equipment and materials needed Sterilize instruments according to regulations Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry Assist orthodontists during procedures such as bonding, adjustments, and repairs Prepare patients for orthodontic procedures and explain the treatment process Undertake lab tasks as instructed Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked Maintain accurate patient records Be a key part of keeping daily operations running smoothly Support front-office and administrative tasks as needed What We’re Looking For: At least 1 year of Dental assisting experience required Will train for ortho if no experience Excellent communication and customer service skills Organized, detail-oriented, and reliable A positive attitude and team-first mindset Physical Requirements Must be able to stand for long periods of time Must be able to sit for long periods of time Must be able to lift up to 20lbs unassisted. Dental assistants need to be able to move quickly from room to room and be able to stand or sit in a small area when necessary . Assistants need to be able to work with both hands at the same time during many procedures and have good hand-eye coordination. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $21.00 - $26.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) Employee discount Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Work Location: In person

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