Dental Assistant

Aspen Dental; Pikeville (KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

401(k) match

Free CE TAG U

Job summary

Aspen Dental in Pikeville, KY is hiring a Dental Assistant for a full-time role. You will support clinicians, take radiographs, prepare operatorys, and help manage patient flow while delivering compassionate care.

The position offers competitive hourly pay ($15-$18), robust benefits including PTO, health/dental/vision, and a 401(k) with company match, plus ongoing training and career growth within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Active x-ray certification if required by state law.
• Valid license/registration as required for practice.

Responsibilities

• Assist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Take dental x-rays and prepare operatorys.
• Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment.
• Educate patients on oral health strategies.
• Support patient charting for doctors.
• Maintain infection control and sterilize instruments.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Patient rapport

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State x-ray certification

Active license/registration as required

Job description

## Dental AssistantApply: Pikeville, Kentucky: Full time: Posted Today: R2026-012087At 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:** $15 - $18 / hour **At Aspen Dental, We Put You First. 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:**As a **Dental Assistant**, you will help support the clinical needs of the practice’s patients and doctors. You will have the support and training you need to maximize your career potential and help make a difference in your community one smile at a time. * 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