Dental Assistant Job at Denver Indian Health & Family Services in Denver

Overview

Dental Assistant – Full Time (Mon–Fri, 8–5) – Sign-On Bonus + Great Benefits! Eligible new hires receive a one-time sign-on bonus (2.8% of base salary), paid in a lump sum after your start date.

Why Join DIHFS?

• Mission-driven: make a direct impact on the health of the American Indian/Alaska Native community in Denver.
• Strong benefits package: health, dental, vision, 401(k) + match (after one year of service), generous time off, EAP, and more.

Company Description

Denver Indian Health and Family Services, Inc. is dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare services to the urban American Indian and Alaskan Native community in Denver. Our mission is to enhance the health and well-being of our community through accessible and culturally relevant health services.

Position Purpose

The Dental Assistant supports dentists and hygienists in delivering high-quality patient care by preparing treatment rooms, sterilizing instruments, and assisting during dental procedures. This role is responsible for ensuring patient comfort, maintaining accurate records, and performing chairside and administrative duties as needed. The Dental Assistant plays a key role in creating a safe, efficient, and welcoming environment for patients and staff.

• Assist dentists and hygienists with patient care (prepare rooms, sterilize tools, chairside assistance, x-rays).
• Support patient education and comfort (oral hygiene, post-op instructions, preventive care).
• Maintain accurate patient records and support front desk operations as needed.
• Ensure infection control and compliance standards are met.
• Refer patients to other healthcare staff as needed/indicated
• Assist in the planning, development, and implementation of community-based dental prevention activities
• Actively participates in staff meetings, in-service, outreach, and educational programs
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

• Ability to interact with diverse clients in a professional and culturally sensitive manner, and work effectively with staff and other agency professionals
• Proficient in dental care and dental education
• Strong interpersonal skills and able to communicate effectively in verbal and in written forms
• Computer knowledge including Microsoft Office applications and the ability to use a database

Education or Formal Training / Other

• X-Ray Certification required.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and recordkeeping skills.
• Ability to support diverse patients in a culturally sensitive way.
• Valid CO driver’s license, insurance, and personal vehicle required.

IMPORTANT: Pre-Employment Requirements

• Successful completion of background check and drug screening
• Proof of immunizations (first two COVID-19 doses, annual influenza vaccination, and other DIHFS-required immunizations)
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Verification of required licenses/certifications

We hire according to the Indian Preference Law and EEO. The Indian Preference Law and Indian Preference Policy of the Indian Health Service have evolved from the Indian Reorganization Act of 1934 and various authorities under the United States Code and Code of Federal Regulations. The intent of the United States Congress was to facilitate the Indian self-government. The United States Supreme Court has held that the Indian Preference Law does not constitute harmful racial discrimination or violate the due process clause of the Fifth Amendment, but is reasonable and rationally designed to further Indian self-government. The Indian Preference Law is a distinct statute that does not violate Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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