Dental Assistant - Expanded Functions

Aspen Dental; Crestview (FL); On-site; USD 26,174 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Career development opportunities

Free Continuing Education (CE)

Job summary

A dental care provider in Crestview, Florida is seeking a Dental Assistant - Expanded Functions to support patient care and assist in various treatments. The ideal candidate will have a current Dental Assistant License and 2+ years of experience. Responsibilities include taking X-rays, preparing treatment rooms, and educating patients on oral hygiene. Competitive pay of $19 - $23/hour and benefits available.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Dental Assistant.
• Maintain and update annual CE requirements as specified by the state.
• State certification in expanded functions as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient flow in the office.
• Prepare operatory rooms for procedures.
• Take dental radiographs (X-rays).
• Educate patients on oral hygiene strategies.

Skills

Chairside assisting/four-handed dentistry

Sterilization and infection control techniques

Radiology certification

Patient education on oral hygiene

Supply management

Education

Current Dental Assistant License

Radiology (x-ray) certification

Current CPR or BLS certificate

Job description

Dental Assistant - Expanded Functions

Company: Aspen Dental

Employment type: Full-time

Salary: $19 - $23 / hour

Aspen Dental offers:

• A generous benefits package that includes paid time off, health, dental, vision, and 401(k) savings plan with match*
• Career development and growth opportunities with our best‑in‑class training program 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 with the direction to DA office team throughout the day to maintain productive patient flow.
• Assist the doctors during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Breakdown operatory rooms for doctors and hygienists.
• Complete sterilization processes for equipment and operatory and ensure all staff is properly trained and compliant on the process.
• Follow maintenance schedules for flushing waterlines/suction lines, and/or waterline testing, autoclave, and compressor on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis.
• Tray and operatory set‑up for all procedures.
• Support patient charting for doctors at a proficient level.
• Ability to train others to execute patient handoffs and monitor patient flow within the practice.
• Follow OSHA regulations and Aspen safety requirements, including compliance with HIPAA guidelines.
• Take dental radiographs (X‑rays).
• Provide patients with instructions for oral care following all dental treatment procedures.
• Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health.
• Complete denture soft relines and manufacture temporary crowns.
• Monitor and aid in management of laboratory cases.
• Perform quality intraoral health scan of patients under 5 minutes.
• Understanding of clear aligner process with the ability to articulate and teach.
• Ability to take quality impressions and bite registrations.
• Perform additional expanded functions based on certification(s) to support patient care (coronal polishing, restorative functions, etc.).
• Ensure emergency kits and oxygen tanks are maintained.
• Ability to order and maintain supplies in accordance with practice budget.
• Perform various office tasks as necessary.

Requirements And Qualifications

• Current Dental Assistant License, Registration, Certification as required by state.
• Radiology (x‑ray) certification as required by state.
• Current CPR or BLS certificate.
• 2+ years’ experience as a Dental Assistant.
• Proficient at chairside assisting/four‑handed dentistry.
• Demonstrate and provide instruction on proper sterilization and infection control techniques.
• Maintain and update annual CE requirement as specified by state.
• State Certification in expanded functions as required by state.

Equal Opportunity Employer – 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.

R2025-018750

Seniority Level

Entry Level

Job Function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care