Dental Assistant

0524 DUY TRUONG DENTAL, PLLC; Aspen (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & health benefits

Dental & vision coverage

401(k) with match

Career development

CE through TAG U

Job summary

Aspen Dental is hiring a Dental Assistant in Colorado to support clinicians during a variety of procedures, take dental radiographs, prepare operatory spaces, and help manage patient flow with precision and care.

You will educate patients on oral hygiene, assist with denture relines and crowns, and collaborate with the practice team to ensure exceptional patient experiences. This full-time role offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Active license or permit for state; X-ray certification if required.
• Excellent communication and ability to build rapport.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the dental team.

Responsibilities

• Assist during treatment procedures.
• Take dental X-rays.
• Set up and breakdown operatory after treatment.
• Manage patient flow and handoffs.
• Maintain infection control and sterilize instruments.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene.
• Perform digital intraoral scans.
• Support charting for doctors.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patient-focused

Learning mindset

Education

High school diploma

Job description

At Aspen Dental, we put You First, offering the security and job stability that comes with working with a world-class dental service organization (DSO). Our best-in-class training program, competitive compensation, and flexible scheduling will help you thrive in your career. When you join our team as a Dental Assistant, you will have the opportunity to give back to communities and positively affect patients' lives.

Job Type: Full Time Salary: $18 - $21 / hour

We Offer:

• A generous benefits package that includes paid time off, health, dental, vision, and 401(k) savings plan with match
• Career development and growth opportunities to support you at every stage of your career
• A fun and supportive culture that encourages collaboration and innovation
• Free Continuing Education (CE) through TAG U

How You’ll Make a Difference:

• Assist during a variety of treatment procedures
• Take dental x-rays
• Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment
• Execute patient handoffs and monitors patient flow within the practice
• Manage infection control - prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment
• Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain good oral health
• Complete denture soft relines and manufacture temporary crowns
• Perform quality impressions and bite registrations
• Perform digital intraoral scans
• Support patient charting for doctors
• Perform various office tasks as necessary
• Collaborate with practice team to ensure optimum patient satisfaction

Qualifications:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients of all ages and backgrounds
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development
• Ability to work collaboratively with other members of the dental team to provide exceptional patient care
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Active license, registration, or permit as required by the state of practice; including x-ray certification if required

Aspen Dental-branded practices are independently owned and operated by licensed dentists. The practices receive non-clinical business support services from Aspen Dental Management, Inc., a dental support organization. ADMI Corp., d/b/a TAG-The Aspen Group, its affiliates, related companies and independently owned supported clinical practices are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers and welcome everyone to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability