Dental Assistant - 4-Day Work Week - Private Practice

$37k to $54k

Colorado Springs, Colorado, United StatesPosted Aug 19, 2026

Against the Colorado Springs typical range

Job description

Dental Assistant. ($18-$26 Based on Experience). Join the Dental Nook Team! At Dental Nook at Red Rock Canyon , we're looking for an exceptional Dental Assistant who is passionate about patient care and wants to grow alongside a modern, high-performing dental practice. While a minimum of one year of dental experience is preferred but not required , we are willing to train the right person who has a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and is eager to learn.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is someone who: Thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. 2+ years dental assisting experience. Takes pride in providing outstanding patient care. Has excellent attendance and arrives on time, prepared to start the day. Is dependable, organized, and follows systems and checklists consistently.

Maintains a positive attitude and contributes to a supportive team culture. Is willing to learn and continuously improve. Ability to work with different doctors. Clinical Skills: Preferred experience includes: Taking a full-mouth series (FMX) in under 5 minutes. Taking high-quality orthodontic photos using a professional camera.

Assisting with a wide variety of procedures, including: Fillings. Crowns. Root canals. Extractions. Wisdom teeth. Implant placement. Invisalign. Sealants. Pulpotomies. Fabricating temporary crowns or willingness to learn. Sterilization & Office Support: We believe every team member contributes to the success of the practice.

Responsibilities

Maintaining sterilization and laboratory areas. Keeping operatories clean and organized throughout the day. Completing assigned cleaning checklists. Participating in monthly deep-cleaning projects, including: Autoclaves. Ultrasonic cleaners. Treatment rooms. Break room. Floors and common areas. Why Dental Nook? We are committed to creating an environment where our team members can grow professionally while making a real difference in our patients' lives.

We value: Teamwork. Continuous learning. Exceptional patient experiences. Positive attitudes. $18-$26 per hour (we pay for experience and heart). 401k with matching. In-office dental benefits. Sick time. The location of this office is 3113 W. Colorado Avenue. We are a team of humble, hungry, and emotionally intelligent people, and we are in search of more people like us.

We are excited to meet you! Because details matter: Please text your favorite ice cream and dream car to Samantha at (808)375-5748.

Description copied from Dental Nook's careers page. Read the full posting before you apply.

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