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SIMKO Support Center
Denver, Colorado

Pediatric Dental Assistant

DentalNo weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$20-$24/hr

The week · per this posting · Monday – FridayWeekdays only

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Job Description

We are growing and looking to add a Dental Assistant to our team!

Be a part of something special!

At Southmoor Pediatric Dentistry, we pride ourselves on providing excellent dental care in a welcoming and child-friendly environment. Our Dentists and Team are dedicated to helping our patient families maintain optimal oral health. We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join us as a dental assistant. Whether you are just starting in the field or have some experience, we are committed to training the right person to become a member of our team.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and organize dental treatment rooms and instruments prior to patient appointments.
  • Assist dentists during various dental procedures by handing instruments, suctioning, and ensuring patient comfort.
  • Perform sterilization and disinfection of dental tools and equipment following strict infection control protocols.
  • Maintain accurate patient records using dental software such as Dentrix, including updating medical histories and treatment plans.
  • Educate patients and their guardians on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care with empathy and clear communication.
  • Manage appointment scheduling and coordinate patient flow to minimize wait times.
  • Monitor and maintain inventory of dental supplies and materials, ensuring availability for daily operations.
  • Adhere to body motion and ergonomics best practices to maintain personal health and safety during clinical tasks.

Qualifications

  • Willingness to learn and grow in the dental field
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced team orientated environment
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required
  • Registered Dental Assistant with two years of experience preferred
  • Previous dental experience would be helpful, but a great attitude and a strong work ethic are our first priorities.

Details

  • Monday – Friday
  • No Evening, No Holidays, No Weekends
  • Benefits Offered
  • Pay Range: $20 - $24
  • Primary Location: Denver + Centennial

Benefits

  • Competitive pay + growth opportunities
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • HSA & FSA
  • Company provided Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401K with company contributions
  • Paid time off + paid holidays
  • Discounted and Free Pediatric dental and orthodontic treatments

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Dental assistingPatient educationInventory managementDentrix softwarePatient careClinical support

Pediatrics Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$46k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $44k in an average-cost state. 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pediatric Dental Assistant at SIMKO Support Center a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Dental Assistant — ranked against 342 active Dental Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 6.4
Better work-life than 70% of Dental Assistant listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 342 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
  • No nights

Living in Denver

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$560k
Typical market rent
$1,881/mo
Residents’ average commute
25 min
State income tax
Up to 4.4%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About SIMKO Support Center

Medical Practices
Englewood, Colorado
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive pay
Growth opportunities
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Short-Term Disability Insurance
HSA