Dental Assistant

Aspen Dental; Scranton (Lackawanna County); Vor Ort; USD 33.000 - 37.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Sign-on bonus

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Weekday schedule

Weekday schedule

Zusammenfassung

ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers is hiring a Surgical Dental Assistant to work directly with the Prosthodontist on advanced implant procedures. You will prepare and sterilize instruments, provide chair-side support, and ensure the treatment area stays organized and compliant with infection control standards.

The role involves taking dental x-rays, processing radiographs, preparing materials for impressions, and educating patients on post-operative care.

Qualifikationen

• 2+ years of dental assisting experience.
• Excellent manual dexterity and ability to handle dental instruments.
• Strong communication and patient care skills.
• Strong manual dexterity and ability to handle dental instruments with precision.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and patient care skills.

Aufgaben

• Assist Prosthodontist with dental implant procedures.
• Prepare and sterilize instruments per infection control standards.
• Provide chair-side assistance and manage treatment area and materials.
• Take dental x-rays and process radiographs.
• Educate patients on post-operative care and oral hygiene.
• Prepare materials for impressions and restorations.

Kenntnisse

2+ years dental assisting experience

Manual dexterity

Excellent communication

Patient care

Digital radiography

Ausbildung

Valid state certifications for dental assisting

Tools

Digital radiography

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Join ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers as a Surgical Dental Assistant.

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: $24 - $27 per hour (based on experience and certification)

$2000 sign on bonus

Why ClearChoice is the Best Choice for Your Career:

• Competitive hourly compensation based on your experience and certification
• Full healthcare benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off and holidays for work-life balance / 4 weeks of PTO Each Year
• Monday-Friday schedule with no weekend shifts required
• Ongoing training and education through ClearChoice University
• Pathways to leadership and specialized training roles
• Be part of a supportive, mission-driven culture focused on patient care
• Enjoy a collaborative environment where your expertise truly matters

What You’ll Do:

• Work directly with the Prosthodontist to assist in advanced dental procedures, particularly dental implant treatments
• Prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment, ensuring strict infection control standards
• Provide chair-side assistance during procedures, anticipate the dentist’s needs, and keep the treatment area clear and organized
• Make patients feel comfortable and informed throughout their visit
• Take dental x-rays, process radiographs, and assist with radiographic imaging
• Prepare materials for impressions and restorations
• Educate patients on post-operative care and general oral hygiene
• Support the prosthetic team with inventory management, lab coordination, and recordkeeping
• Perform office tasks as needed, such as scheduling appointments, receiving patients, maintaining records, and ordering supplies
• Collaborate with other clinical staff, including oral surgeons, hygienists, and Patient Education Consultants to ensure exceptional care
• Assist in specialized areas such as oral surgery, periodontics, and prosthodontics

Skills and Experience We’re Looking For:

• Valid certifications that meet applicable state requirements
• 2+ years of previous experience in a dental assisting role
• Prior experience with dental implants or prosthodontics is highly desirable
• Strong manual dexterity and ability to handle dental instruments with precision
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and patient care skills
• Comfortable with radiographic equipment and digital dental technology

About ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers

ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers are changing lives across the country by helping patients reclaim their health, smiles, and confidence. By assembling all of the doctors, clinical staff, and elements needed for successful treatment together in one center, we give people new smiles, and new leases on life, faster and better than ever imagined. This approach has become the preferred method for treatment for many people. Today, there are more than 97 ClearChoice Centers in the growing network. ClearChoice doctors share information among their peers, discuss new developments and collaborate on research. Staying in line with the latest industry standards is just one way that ClearChoice doctors are committed to providing quality care and expertise to patients at each ClearChoice Center across the nation.

Company Information

As part of TAG - The Aspen Group, we’re committed to bringing better dental care to more people, alongside Aspen Dental, as part of the TAG family of brands. TAG - The Aspen Group was built on the simple idea of bringing better healthcare to more people. The independent healthcare practices TAG supports, operate more than 1,300 locations in 45 states through its six consumer healthcare brands: Aspen Dental®, ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers®, WellNow Urgent Care®, Chapter Aesthetic Studio, and AZPetVet. Combined, the practices serve more than 35,000 patients a day and more than 8 million patients each year. TAG is headquartered at 800 W. Fulton Market in Chicago. For more information, visit teamtag.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

TAG-The Aspen Group, its affiliates, related companies and 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.