Dental Assistant - Entry level

Aspen Dental; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking dental organization as an Entry-Level Dental Assistant, where you can make a positive impact on patients' lives. This role offers you the chance to thrive with our comprehensive training program, flexible scheduling, and a generous benefits package. You'll assist in various treatment procedures, manage infection control, and collaborate with a dedicated dental team. With a commitment to ongoing learning and professional development, this position ensures you have the support needed to succeed. If you're passionate about helping others and eager to grow your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Training

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Free Continuing Education

Qualifications

• Obtain radiology and safety certification within required timeframe.
• Strong communication skills to build rapport with patients.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Infection Control

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 - $19 / 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
• Supports 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

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.

*May vary by independently owned and operated Aspen Dental locations.

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.