Dental Assistant — Flexible Hours + CE & Benefits ($20-26)

Aspen Dental; Linden (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with matching

Career development and growth

Free CE through TAG U

Job summary

Aspen Dental is seeking a Dental Assistant in New Jersey to support clinical needs and assist doctors with a range of dental procedures. You will be trained to maximize your career potential while contributing to community smiles.

Responsibilities include taking x-rays, preparing operatory, educating patients, and maintaining infection control. A supportive team culture and opportunities for growth are offered. This full-time position includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Active X-ray license as a Dental Radiologic Technologist (DRT) required by the state of New Jersey.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred to best support our diverse patient base.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for patient rapport across ages.

Responsibilities

• Assist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Take dental x-rays.
• Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment.
• Execute patient handoffs and monitor patient flow.
• Manage infection control and sterilize instruments and equipment.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene strategies to maintain health.
• Complete denture relines and temporary crowns as needed.
• Perform impressions and bite registrations; digital intraoral scans.

Skills

X-ray licensed (DRT)

Bilingual English/Spanish

Strong communication

Team player

Commitment to learning

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Aspen Dental is seeking a Dental Assistant in New Jersey to support clinical needs and assist doctors with a range of dental procedures. You will be trained to maximize your career potential while contributing to community smiles.

Responsibilities include taking x-rays, preparing operatory, educating patients, and maintaining infection control. A supportive team culture and opportunities for growth are offered. This full-time position includes a comprehensive benefits package.