Dental Assistant

0179 HEALING SMILES PLLC; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with match

Career development opportunities

Continuing Education through TAG U

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Aspen Dental in Melbourne, FL is seeking a Dental Assistant to support a range of dental procedures, take X-rays, and manage operatory setup and sterilization. The role emphasizes patient care, infection control, and smooth patient flow within a busy practice.

You will join a team that values ongoing learning, collaboration, and delivering high-quality care. The position offers a stable, full-time schedule with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop professionally.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the dental team to provide patient care.
• Active license, registration, or permit as required by the state; x-ray certification if required.

Responsibilities

• Assist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Take dental x-rays.
• Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment.
• Handle patient handoffs and monitor patient flow.
• Manage infection control – sterilize instruments and equipment.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques.
• Assist with denture relines and temporary crowns.
• Perform impressions and bite registrations.
• Conduct digital intraoral scans.
• Support charting for doctors.
• Complete miscellaneous office tasks as needed.
• Collaborate with the practice team to ensure patient satisfaction.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Commitment to learning

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Active license and x-ray certification as required

Tools

None

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: $20 - $24 / 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

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.