Dental Assistant - Expanded Functions

Aspen Dental; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 80,231,000 - 85,962,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO (paid time off)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Continuing Education (CE)

Job summary

Aspen Dental seeks an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant in Indianapolis to support daily patient care and clinic operations. You will assist doctors during procedures, manage operatory setup, and ensure sterilization and safety protocols are followed.

The role requires radiology certification, CPR/BLS, and state expansion functions credentials. We offer a robust benefits package, ongoing training, and opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Dental assistant license/registration required.
• Radiography (x-ray) certification required by state.
• CPR or BLS certification required.
• State expanded functions certification as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors and DA office team to maintain efficient patient flow.
• Breakdown operatory rooms for doctors and hygienists.
• Complete sterilization of equipment and rooms; ensure training compliance.
• Follow maintenance schedules for lines, autoclave, compressors, and testing.

Skills

Chairside assisting

Four‑hand dentistry

Infection control techniques

Patient flow management

Patient education

Education

Current Dental Assistant License/Registration

Radiology (x-ray) certification

CPR/BLS certification

State certification in expanded functions

Tools

Autoclave operation

X-ray equipment operation

Job description

## Dental Assistant - Expanded FunctionsApply: Indianapolis, Indiana: Full time: Posted Today: R2026-012257At 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. **Job Type:** Full-time**Salary:** $28 - $30 / 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 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** As an **Expanded Functions Dental Assistant**, you will perform daily duties to help create lasting impressions and build trust and loyalty with patients. * 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 ensures 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 manufactures 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.).* Ensures 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.*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.*