Dental Assistant - Temporary at Salud Family Health

Fort Lupton, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Jan, 26

Salary

25.0

Posted On

29 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Dental Assisting, Patient Interaction, Treatment Room Preparation, Schedule Management, Chairside Assistance, Bilingual English/Spanish, Radiology Certification, Basic Life Support, Team Collaboration, Attention to Detail, Communication Skills, Time Management, Customer Service, Problem Solving, Adaptability, Positive Attitude

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Company Description Since 1970, Salud has been committed to providing a Medical Home to patients, where medical, dental, behavioral health services, and clinical pharmacists work together and coordinate efforts in a team-based system of care. We strive to improve the quality of our patient's lives who would otherwise have limited access to health care. We serve all individuals regardless of their insurance status or ability to pay. Job Description Dental Assistant We are looking for a Full-Time, Temporary Dental Assistant to join our family We offer: Starting Pay Range is $20.50 to $25 per hour Assignment: Date of hire to May 2026 Mon to Fri - 8 am to 5 pm Comprehensive Benefits Package includes: Medical PPO Plan (Similar to ACA Exchange Platinum Benefit Coverage Levels) Low employee premiums, especially given rich benefits $25 Primary Care Physician and Specialist Co-pays (in-network) Low deductibles and co-insurance Free provider visits and services at all Salud facilities Preferred prescription pricing at Salud pharmacies Dental PPO plan Includes Employee Discounts at All Salud Dental Facilities Vision Generous vacation accrual 10 Paid Holidays per year (includes 2 Floating Holidays and paid Birthday) Up to 8 Paid accrued Sick Days per year Defined Contribution Pension Plan. Salud contributes 5% of your compensation each month (no matching employee contribution is required…you receive the contribution no matter what). Employees who have worked at least 1,000 hours within a 12-month period are eligible. 403b Retirement savings plan. You can contribute pre-tax or after-tax (Roth) towards your retirement savings. Flexible Spending Accounts Basic Life and AD&D Supplemental Life and AD&D Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Accident & Critical Illness Insurance Employee Assistance Program Our Mission is to provide a quality, integrated healthcare home to the communities we serve About our Clinic: Our dental practice is quite lively. We treat our patients with the utmost respect and concern for their physical, emotional, and mental well-being while instilling a fun and vibrant atmosphere bringing smiles to all who enter our doors. A positive attitude, and modern dentistry, can bring joy to our patients. A Day in the Life of a Dental Assistant with Salud: Let’s face it: Dental Assistants do a lot over the course of a workday. For example, you prepare the treatment room; you maintain the schedule and ensure the team is sticking to it; you interact with patients before, during, and after procedures; and you assist the dentist chairside. And these are just some of the many duties on your plate. Qualifications Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent is required Experience: Previous dental assistant experience desired, but not required Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred Licensure/Certification: Must be radiology certified within the timeframe set by Dental Department standards Maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers from one of the following organizations: a. American Heart Association; b. American Safety and Health Institute; or c. American Red Cross. No licensure or certification is needed to be hired, although Dental Assistants must become credentialed through the Salud Career Ladders program. The application window is anticipated to close by 11/30/25 Additional Information Salud Family Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local laws. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Responsibilities

Dental Assistants prepare treatment rooms, maintain schedules, and assist dentists chairside. They interact with patients before, during, and after procedures to ensure a positive experience.