Dental Assistant - Entry level

Aspen Dental; Chester (WV); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking dental service organization as an Entry-Level Dental Assistant, where you will have the opportunity to positively impact patients' lives and give back to your community. This role offers a comprehensive training program, flexible scheduling, and a generous benefits package, including health, vision, and 401(k) savings plans. You will assist in various treatment procedures, manage infection control, and collaborate with a dedicated team to provide exceptional patient care. With a commitment to ongoing learning and professional development, this position is perfect for those looking to start their career in dentistry and make a meaningful difference.

Benefits

Paid Training

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Free Continuing Education

Qualifications

• Obtain radiology and safety certification within the required timeframe.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist during treatment procedures and manage infection control.
• Support patient charting and perform various office tasks.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

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, generous benefits package, and flexible scheduling will help you thrive in your career. When you join our team as an Entry-Level Dental Assistant, you will have the opportunity to give back to communities and positively affect patients’ lives.

Salary: $16 - $18 / hour

Job Type: Full-Time

At Aspen Dental, we put You First. We offer:

• A pathway for you to become a DANB Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) to maximize your career potential
• Part-time, Full-time, flexible scheduling available*
• Paid training to become radiology and safety certified through our partnership with the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB)
• Paid time off and holidays, Health, Vision, and 401(k) savings plan
• Free Continuing Education (CE) through TAG U

How You’ll Make a Difference

As an Entry-level 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 help you be successful, no matter your level of expertise. We are committed to promoting from within to allow you to expand your career and your life. You can help make a difference in your community one smile at a time.

• Assist during a variety of treatment procedures
• Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment
• Manage infection control – prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment
• Support patient charting for Doctors
• Perform various office tasks as necessary
• Collaborate with other members of the dental team to provide exceptional patient care

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Obtain your radiology and safety certification within the required timeframe for the state of practice
• 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