Dental Assistant - Flexible Schedule, CE & Benefits

aspendental; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with match

Continuing Education (CE)

Job summary

Aspen Dental is hiring a Dental Assistant in Lawrence, KS, offering a competitive hourly wage and comprehensive benefits. The role provides strong training, opportunities for career growth, and a supportive team culture. You will assist clinicians, take x-rays, maintain sterility, and help ensure smooth patient flow.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and an active X-ray certification where required. The position emphasizes patient education and teamwork within a busy practice.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients of diverse backgrounds.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other dental team members to provide exceptional patient care.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Active license, registration, or permit as required by the state; including x-ray certification if required.

Responsibilities

• Assist during a variety of dental 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 skills

Lifelong learning

Team collaboration

High school diploma

X-ray certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Aspen Dental is hiring a Dental Assistant in Lawrence, KS, offering a competitive hourly wage and comprehensive benefits. The role provides strong training, opportunities for career growth, and a supportive team culture. You will assist clinicians, take x-rays, maintain sterility, and help ensure smooth patient flow.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and an active X-ray certification where required. The position emphasizes patient education and teamwork within a busy practice.