Dental Assistant - Flexible Schedule, CE & Benefits

Aspen Dental; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with match

Career development

Growth opportunities

Continuing Education

Job summary

Aspen Dental is hiring a Dental Assistant in Grand Rapids, MI. The position offers full-time hours, a competitive hourly salary, and a robust benefits package. You will support clinicians, take x-rays, manage operatory setup, and contribute to patient care and the efficiency of the practice.

We provide comprehensive training, opportunities for career growth, and a collaborative, patient-centered environment that values quality care and community impact.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication with patients of diverse backgrounds.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the dental team to provide exceptional 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.
• Manage infection control – prepare and sterilize instruments.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene.
• Complete denture relines and temporary crowns.
• Perform quality impressions and bite registrations.
• Perform digital intraoral scans.
• Support charting for doctors.
• Handle various office tasks as needed.
• Collaborate with team to ensure patient satisfaction.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Aspen Dental is hiring a Dental Assistant in Grand Rapids, MI. The position offers full-time hours, a competitive hourly salary, and a robust benefits package. You will support clinicians, take x-rays, manage operatory setup, and contribute to patient care and the efficiency of the practice.

We provide comprehensive training, opportunities for career growth, and a collaborative, patient-centered environment that values quality care and community impact.