Dental Assistant — Flexible Schedule, $5K Sign-On Bonus

Aspen Dental; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental, vision, and 401(k) with match

Free Continuing Education through TAG

Job summary

Aspen Dental is hiring a Dental Assistant to support clinicians and improve patient care in a fast-paced practice. The role offers full-time hours, a competitive hourly rate, and a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

You will assist with procedures, take X-rays, ensure operatory readiness, and maintain infection control while educating patients on oral health. Join a team dedicated to community smiles.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills essential to engage patients of diverse backgrounds.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development in a clinical setting.
• Ability to work collaboratively with dental team to deliver exceptional patient care.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; active license/permit as per state rules; x-ray cert if required.

Responsibilities

• Assist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Take dental X-rays and prepare instrumentation.
• Set up and breakdown operatory post treatment.
• Manage infection control and sterilize instruments and equipment.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene strategies to maintain health.
• Support patient charting for doctors and assist with patient flow.
• Complete denture relines and fabricate temporary crowns as needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Active license/permit with x-ray cert if required

Job description

Aspen Dental is hiring a Dental Assistant to support clinicians and improve patient care in a fast-paced practice. The role offers full-time hours, a competitive hourly rate, and a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

You will assist with procedures, take X-rays, ensure operatory readiness, and maintain infection control while educating patients on oral health. Join a team dedicated to community smiles.