Dental Assistant — Flexible Schedule + CE & Benefits

WellNow Urgent Care; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health/dental/vision coverage

401(k) savings plan with match

Free CE through TAG U

Job summary

Aspen Dental is hiring a Dental Assistant to support clinical needs and patient care, backed by our training and growth opportunities. You will work with doctors and the clinical team to ensure high-quality service within a community-focused practice.

You will assist during procedures, take x-rays, manage infection control, and help educate patients on oral hygiene while contributing to a positive patient experience.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for patient interaction.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.
• Ability to work collaboratively with dental team to provide high-quality patient care.

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 within the practice
• Manage infection control – prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment
• Educate patients on appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain good oral health
• Complete denture relines and manufacture temporary crowns
• Perform quality impressions and bite registrations
• Perform digital intraoral scans
• Support patient charting for doctors
• Perform various office tasks as necessary
• Collaborate with practice team to ensure optimum patient satisfaction

Skills

Communication

Professional development

Team collaboration

Job description

Aspen Dental is hiring a Dental Assistant to support clinical needs and patient care, backed by our training and growth opportunities. You will work with doctors and the clinical team to ensure high-quality service within a community-focused practice.

You will assist during procedures, take x-rays, manage infection control, and help educate patients on oral hygiene while contributing to a positive patient experience.