Dental Assistant

Become a Hero and join us on our mission to help underserved kids! * Generous pay with monthly bonus opportunities * PTO and paid holidays * Career growth within your practice and the region * Medical, dental, vision insurance, 401K & more Academy Kids Dental, Vision and Orthodontics in Colorado Springs, CO is currently seeking a Dental Assistant to support the dentist and hygienist in providing high quality and compassionate care to all patients.   Pay range: $16.50-$25/hr (AND BONUS OPPORTUNITY)   Job Responsibilities * Collect and document clear, concise, and accurate patient records * Obtain quality dental radiographs (periapicals, bitewings, panoramic) as requested by the dentist * Write accurate and consistent notes, ensuring chart notes match services completed * Create a friendly relationship with patients and parents as well as educating them on good oral health * Organize and sterilizing dental instruments and workstations per OSHA standards * 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 * 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 (eCW) 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.