Pediatric/Orthodontic Dental Assistant

Firestone Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontic • Full-time • Longmont, Colorado, United States • $21 - $26 / hour • 3w ago

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

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