Entry-Level Dental Assistant (Paid Training – No Experience Required)

Ruby Canyon Dental – Grand Junction, CO

$16–$20 per hour starting pay

+$2/hour bilingual differential (Spanish/English)

Full-Time | 4-Day Work Week

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Don’t Spend Thousands on Dental Assisting School.

Get paid to learn hands-on as an Entry-Level Dental Assistant in a comprehensive dental practice, with real clinical experience and a pathway toward DANB certification.

No prior dental experience required.

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About the Position

Ruby Canyon Dental is hiring a motivated Entry-Level Dental Assistant to join our full-service, technology-driven dental practice. This is a paid training opportunity designed for individuals who want to build a long-term career in dentistry.

You will receive structured, on-the-job training while earning a competitive hourly wage.

Once eligibility criteria are met, we provide preparation support for the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) exam to help advance your career.

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What You Will Learn

• Chairside dental assisting
• Instrument setup and sterilization protocols
• Infection control and OSHA standards
• Digital radiography
• Dental impressions
• Patient communication
• Clinical workflow systems
• Dentrix Ascend software

You will rotate through sterilization and clinical assisting as part of foundational training.

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Career & Compensation Growth

This position offers clear advancement opportunities.

As your skills develop, compensation increases accordingly. With training and experience, team members may advance into:

• Expanded Duties Dental Assistant
• Restorative assisting
• Surgical assisting
• Sedation team member
• Clinical leadership roles

We believe in promoting from within and rewarding skill development.

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What We’re Looking For

• Reliable and punctual
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills
• Coachable and eager to learn
• Interested in long-term career growth

Bilingual (Spanish/English) candidates receive an additional $2 per hour.

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About Ruby Canyon Dental

We are a comprehensive dental office providing:

• Restorative dentistry
• Dental implants
• Surgical procedures
• Invisalign
• Sedation dentistry

We rarely refer out, which means you will gain exposure to a wide range of procedures as you grow.

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Compensation & Benefits

• $16–$20 per hour starting pay
• +$2/hour bilingual differential
• 4-day work week
• Paid holidays
• PTO
• Uniform allowance
• Paid on-the-job training
• DANB preparation support

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If you are ready to start a stable career as a Dental Assistant — without student debt — apply today.

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