Dental Assistant Jobs in Colorado
Dental assistant jobs in Colorado are concentrated in private dental practices, multi-specialty dental groups, and community health clinics, with steady demand across entry-level and experienced positions. The busiest hiring markets are Denver, Colorado Springs, and Fort Collins, where large practice networks such as Aspen Dental, Willow Creek Dental Group, and Concentra Urgent Care maintain ongoing hiring. Orthodontic assisting, oral surgery support, and expanded-function dental assisting are among the most sought-after specialties statewide. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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You are unique, and so are we—it’s time you worked with an organization that appreciates you, challenges you, and helps your professional growth with a team of people dedicated to quality, patient care, and leading the industry with innovation.
We are searching for talented people who want to provide excellent customer service for the patient, provide precise support to the doctor, and possess an amiable chair-side manner. Flexibility, analytical skills, collaboration, and follow-up are all needed in our dynamic state-of-the-art practice environment. So how about it?—Are you passionate about an opportunity like this?
We will be accepting applications for this position until 10/30/26.
- Provide exceptional customer service, with excellent chair-side manner, by making the patient the#1 priority.
- Be present, engaged and ready to work at all assigned shift times.
- Take direction from the doctor and/or hygienist(s), assist them with all dental procedures, and anticipate their needs.
- Take, develop and mount accurate, high-quality radiographs.
- Review patient charts prior to doctor arrival, log appropriate patient data and health history during the exam and treatment, as well as transcribe the doctor’s notes.
- Clean, sterilize and prepare the equipment and operatory, per the organization’s procedures and guidelines, prior to a patient’s appointment.
- Perform efficient and accurate procedures to help maintain the schedule and patient flow.
- Educate the patients and address their questions and/or concerns.
- Demonstrate good teamwork to deliver an extraordinary experience for every patient.
- Partner with the doctors, hygienists, Operations Leaders and support staff to maintain excellent patient service and integrity within the organization.
- Assist the front office staff in scheduling patients’ follow up visits, as well as tracking the incoming and outgoing lab cases, to ensure quality and timely products.
- When assigned by the Operations Leader, monitor the level of dental supplies and order using approved formulary.
- Promote and market Sonrava supported practices services and retail products.
- Complete checklists as assigned and participate in daily huddles to ensure that every single day flows smoothly.
- Maintain patient confidentiality through HIPAA compliance.
- Follow the organization’s safety policies and procedures through OSHA compliance and BBP (Blood-borne Pathogens) federal regulations.
- Complete all Learning Management System requirements.
- Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent required
- Current radiography certification required
- Dental Assistant certification, as required by state, or ability to become certified
- Current certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) preferred
- Current certification to monitor Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen Analgesia preferred
- Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA and Infection Control training
Skills and Abilities:
- Experience in a professional environment with direct patient contact preferred
- Excellent positive attitude and customer service skills
- Professionalism and integrity in all aspects of the job, including image and both verbal and written communication skills
- Possess exceptional interpersonal and relationship building skills, including conflict resolution skills
- Strong organization, planning and analytical skills
- Ability to multi-task and remain calm in a rapidly changing environment
- Computer proficiency and the ability to learn new programs as required
Work Environment and Conditions:
- Overtime required as approved by Operations Leader
- Travel as needed for training and to perform job functions
- Safety procedures and personal protective equipment required to minimize the risks from radiographs and blood-borne pathogens
- Potential of prolonged sitting and standing
You are unique, and so are we—it’s time you worked with an organization that appreciates you, challenges you, and helps your professional growth with a team of people dedicated to quality, patient care, and leading the industry with innovation.
We are searching for talented people who want to provide excellent customer service for the patient, provide precise support to the doctor, and possess an amiable chair-side manner. Flexibility, analytical skills, collaboration, and follow-up are all needed in our dynamic state-of-the-art practice environment. So how about it?—Are you passionate about an opportunity like this?
We will be accepting applications for this position until 10/30/26.
- Provide exceptional customer service, with excellent chair-side manner, by making the patient the#1 priority.
- Be present, engaged and ready to work at all assigned shift times.
- Take direction from the doctor and/or hygienist(s), assist them with all dental procedures, and anticipate their needs.
- Take, develop and mount accurate, high-quality radiographs.
- Review patient charts prior to doctor arrival, log appropriate patient data and health history during the exam and treatment, as well as transcribe the doctor’s notes.
- Clean, sterilize and prepare the equipment and operatory, per the organization’s procedures and guidelines, prior to a patient’s appointment.
- Perform efficient and accurate procedures to help maintain the schedule and patient flow.
- Educate the patients and address their questions and/or concerns.
- Demonstrate good teamwork to deliver an extraordinary experience for every patient.
- Partner with the doctors, hygienists, Operations Leaders and support staff to maintain excellent patient service and integrity within the organization.
- Assist the front office staff in scheduling patients’ follow up visits, as well as tracking the incoming and outgoing lab cases, to ensure quality and timely products.
- When assigned by the Operations Leader, monitor the level of dental supplies and order using approved formulary.
- Promote and market Sonrava supported practices services and retail products.
- Complete checklists as assigned and participate in daily huddles to ensure that every single day flows smoothly.
- Maintain patient confidentiality through HIPAA compliance.
- Follow the organization’s safety policies and procedures through OSHA compliance and BBP (Blood-borne Pathogens) federal regulations.
- Complete all Learning Management System requirements.
- Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent required
- Current radiography certification required
- Dental Assistant certification, as required by state, or ability to become certified
- Current certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) preferred
- Current certification to monitor Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen Analgesia preferred
- Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA and Infection Control training
Skills and Abilities:
- Experience in a professional environment with direct patient contact preferred
- Excellent positive attitude and customer service skills
- Professionalism and integrity in all aspects of the job, including image and both verbal and written communication skills
- Possess exceptional interpersonal and relationship building skills, including conflict resolution skills
- Strong organization, planning and analytical skills
- Ability to multi-task and remain calm in a rapidly changing environment
- Computer proficiency and the ability to learn new programs as required
Work Environment and Conditions:
- Overtime required as approved by Operations Leader
- Travel as needed for training and to perform job functions
- Safety procedures and personal protective equipment required to minimize the risks from radiographs and blood-borne pathogens
- Potential of prolonged sitting and standing
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What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in dental assistant jobs across Colorado.
- Colorado Dental Board registration as a dental assistant or expanded functions dental assistant
- Completion of a CODA-accredited dental assisting program or equivalent on-the-job training
- Current CPR and BLS certification required by most Colorado dental practices
- Proficiency with dental radiography including Colorado radiation safety compliance
- Experience with dental practice management software such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft
- Strong chairside manner and ability to assist across multiple operatories simultaneously
Dental Assistant Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a dental assistant in Colorado?
Colorado requires dental assistants to register with the Colorado State Board of Dental Examiners before performing clinical duties. Candidates must complete a CODA-accredited dental assisting program or demonstrate equivalent training, pass a radiography safety course approved by the Board, and submit a registration application. Expanded functions dental assistants seeking to place restorations or perform additional procedures must complete additional board-approved coursework and pass a separate competency exam.
Which companies hire dental assistants in Colorado?
Colorado dental assistant roles are posted by PDS Health, Denver Health, and Platinum Dental Services and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Colorado's mix of large group practice networks, federally qualified health centers, and independent private practices means consistent openings appear across both urban centers and smaller mountain communities.
Which Colorado cities have the most dental assistant jobs?
Denver, Aurora, and Lakewood account for the highest concentration of dental assistant openings in Colorado. Denver anchors demand as the state's largest metro, with a dense cluster of multi-specialty practices and community health centers, while Colorado Springs and Fort Collins reflect strong suburban population growth that has driven expansion of group dental practices and orthodontic offices in those areas.
Are there remote dental assistant jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're rare. Dental assisting is a hands-on clinical role that requires physical presence in a treatment room, so fully remote positions are uncommon by nature. About 4% of dental assistant openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those postings typically involve administrative, scheduling, or dental insurance coordination functions rather than chairside work.
How can I get hired as a dental assistant in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is enrolling in a Colorado State Board-approved dental assisting program, several of which are offered at community colleges like Pueblo Community College and Emily Griffith Technical College in Denver. Large group practices such as Aspen Dental and community health networks regularly hire new graduates for trainee or floater assistant roles. Candidates who already hold a current CPR certification and have completed radiography coursework have a measurable edge in Colorado entry-level applicant pools.
Where can I find and apply to dental assistant jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to dental assistant jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings from practices and dental groups hiring right now. Search the listings to see roles that match your experience level and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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