Dental Assistant

Aspen Dental; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 26,174 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Continuing education (TAG U)

Job summary

Aspen Dental in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Dental Assistant to join our team. You will assist during a variety of treatment procedures, take radiographs, set up and breakdown operatory, and support patient care. This is a full-time position with competitive pay and benefits.

We offer ongoing training, a supportive culture, and opportunities to grow within a world-class dental service organization. Join us to make a positive impact on patients and communities.

Qualifications

• Able to communicate clearly with patients and team members.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the dental team to provide patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Take dental x-rays and assist with imaging.
• Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene strategies.
• Perform quality impressions and bite registrations.
• Support patient charting and general office tasks.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Continuous learning

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: $19 - $24 / hour

Benefits

• 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

Responsibilities

• 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.

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